Epic of Gilgamesh and Ancient Sumer

What is the primary focus of the Epic of Gilgamesh?

• The adventures of Gilgamesh and Enkidu

• The rise of the city of Kish

• The fall of the Sumerian civilization

• The invention of irrigation techniques

During the early dynastic period, why did more people choose to live in urban centers?

• Due to the abundance of food in cities

• To escape harsh rural conditions

• For better educational opportunities

• Because of constant warfare between rival cities

What was Gilgamesh's response to Kish's demand for Uruk's citizens to become slaves?

• He ignored the demands

• He agreed to the demands

• He sought help from neighboring cities

• He convinced the city to rise against Kish

How did Bihatura's actions affect the morale of Uruk's troops?

• It caused confusion among the troops

• It raised their morale

• It had no effect

• It lowered their morale

What was the outcome of the conflict between Gilgamesh and Aga?

• Both became independent rulers

• Gilgamesh was defeated

• Uruk was destroyed

• Kish became the dominant power