WorksheetsGilgamesh "Prologue and The Forest Journey"
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 11mins
What is the main character of an epic?
archetype
epic hero
characteristic
theme
What is a specific type of character or story with defining features?
archetype
epic
epic hero
legend
What does Enkidu say is Gilgamesh's destiny?
everlasting life
kingship
to die alone
to be married
"When her roars it is like the torrent of the storm, his breath is like fire, and his jaws are death itself." Who is being described?
Giglamesh
Humbaba
Enkidu
Enlil
What word is repeatedly used to describe Shamash?
glorious
lord
ferocious
guardian
What does Humbaba promise to Gilgamesh in order to save his life?
everlasting life
to be his servant
riches
his undying love
Who raged at Enkidu and Gilgamesh when they saw Humbaba's head?
Aruru
Ninsun
Lugulbanda
Enlil
What is Gilgamesh's worst fear and greatest desire?
To die and be forgotten, so he seeks fame
To be poor, so he seeks money
To be overthrown as king, so kills anyone as big as he is
He fears nothing, and is happy with his life the way it is
What does "humababa" mean? WHat is humbaba?
Humbaba means "hugeness." He is a giant who protects trees
Humbaba means "ugly." He is a snake who guards the sacred stream
Humbaba is the leader of all Gods & keeper of the holy sword
Humbaba is the goddess of love and war
True or False: Enkidu is excited to go find Humbaba with Gilgamesh
True
False
Who killed Humbaba?
Gilgamesh
Enkidu
