Gilgamesh Tablets I-VIII Reading Check

Who constructed the great city of Uruk?

• Gilgamesh

• Lugulbanda

• the gods

• Queen Ninsun

What is Enkidu's purpose when Aruru initially creates him?

• destroy the city of Uruk

• stand up to Gilgamesh

• kill Gilgamesh

• become the new king

What is Enkidu's most prominent physical feature?

• his strong arms

• his hairiness

• his short stature

• his deformed face

Why is Enkidu unable to return to his old life after sleeping with Shamhat, the prostitute?

• He has become weakened.

• His mind is awakened.

• The animals reject him.

• All of the above.

When Enkidu first hears of Gilgamesh, what does he plan to do to him?

• challenge him to a strength contest

• assassinate him

• steal his kingship

• marry him

Which of the following best describes how Enkidu develops at the shepherd's camp on his way to Uruk?

• He officially rejects humanity.

• His ego shrinks greatly.

• He further embraces humanity.

• He grows despicably mean.

How does Enkidu react to finding out about Gilgamesh's indulgence with the new brides?

• He is impressed.

• He is jealous.

• He is deeply saddened.

• He is enraged.

How do the people of Uruk receive Enkidu?

• They hail him as a champion.

• They view him as a threat.

• They scoff at his ignorance.

• They don't react strongly.

After Gilgamesh and Enkidu cease fighting (stalemate), what do they immediately do?

• decide to start fighting again

• stab each other

• reaffirm their enemy status

• immediately become friends

For what purpose do Enkidu and Gilgamesh finally decide to battle Humbaba?

• to secure their fame

• to satiate their desires

• to determine the new king

• to improve their bond