Epic of Gilgamesh Final

What is the Epic of Gilgamesh?

• A type of ancient sculpture

• A scientific theory

• An ancient epic poem

• A modern novel

Where does the Epic of Gilgamesh originate from?

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Mesopotamia

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Egypt

Who was Gilgamesh?

• King of Uruk

• A legendary warrior

• A mythical creature

• A famous poet

What was the purpose of creating Enkidu?

• To explore unknown lands

• To serve as Gilgamesh's advisor

• To become the ruler of a neighboring city

• To stop Gilgamesh from oppressing the people of Uruk

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What did Gilgamesh and Enkidu plan to do in the Cedar Forest?

• Build a new city

• Slay Humbaba the Terrible and cut down the sacred Cedar

• Find the secret of eternal life

• Meet the gods

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What causes Gilgamesh to seek the secret of eternal life?

• A curse from a god

• A dream he had

• The death of Enkidu

• Advice from a wise man

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What is a major theme of the Epic of Gilgamesh?

• The construction of cities

• The search for eternal life

• The pursuit of wealth

• The importance of friendship

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How does Gilgamesh react to the death of Enkidu?

• He seeks vengeance on the gods

• He becomes a kinder king

• He embarks on a quest for immortality

• He isolates himself from his subjects

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What is the role of the gods in the Epic of Gilgamesh?

• To serve as mere observers

• To guide and protect Gilgamesh

• To challenge and test Gilgamesh

• To provide comic relief

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What ultimately happens to Gilgamesh at the end of the epic?

• He achieves immortality

• He becomes a god

• He dies and is honored as a hero

• He realizes the value of mortal life

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