Epic of Gilgamesh
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the Epic of Gilgamesh historically significant?
It was the first written story in human history
It dates back to 2100 BCE and shows cultural similarities between Sumerian and Akkadian cultures
It was discovered in a tomb of an ancient Mesopotamian ruler
It is a religious text that outlines the creation of the world
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Gilgamesh have in common with many mythic heroes?
He never makes mistakes
He lives forever
He is good and humble
He has divine parents
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Gilgamesh decide to fight the monster Humbaba?
His friend Enkidu is bored
It was attacking the city
It was guarding a treasure
As a test of skill
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to Enkidu when he slaps Ishtar with a chunk of a bull?
He marries Ishtar
He turns into a fish
He gets sick and dies
He is banished from Uruk
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What task does Utnapishtim give Gilgamesh to prove he is worthy of immortality?
Slaying a dragon
Finding a magic plant
Building a temple
Staying awake for six days and seven nights
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the story of Gilgamesh end?
With Gilgamesh's heroic deeds and successes
Gilgamesh overcomes death and achieves immortality
Gilgamesh accepts his human limitations and flaws
Gilgamesh gains eternal glory
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