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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Anzu - Standard and Old Babylonian Version.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For how many months does Etana feed and train the eagle in the pit?
(a) Three months.
(b) Five months.
(c) Twelve months.
(d) Eight months.

2. How much of Gilgamesh is considered to be the mortal part?
(a) One fifth.
(b) One fourth.
(c) One third.
(d) One half.

3. What threat does Ishtar use when addressing the gatekeeper of the Underworld?
(a) She will kill Namtar.
(b) She will force Ereshkigal to leave her throne.
(c) She will make the dead rise to prey on the living.
(d) She will not allow another soul to pass through the gates.

4. How does Ninurta return from the mountains after killing Anzu?
(a) Birdu.
(b) Marduk.
(c) Anzu.
(d) Ereshkigal.

5. What god is sacrificed in order to create man?
(a) Enki.
(b) Ea.
(c) Marduk.
(d) Ilawela.

Short Answer Questions

1. What purpose does the Sigla and Abbreviations section serve for this book?

2. How does Ellil first punish mankind in the story of Atrahasis?

3. Why does the author of this book believe it is necessary to understand where the stories of several different cultures originated?

4. Why do Adad, Gerra, and Shara refuse to attack Anzu?

5. What is the station of the god or goddess who creates man?

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