Gilgamesh and Enkidu's Journey

Who created Enkidu to contend with Gilgamesh?

• Ishtar

• Aruru

• Shamash

• Anu

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What was Enkidu's initial lifestyle before meeting Gilgamesh?

• He was a king

• He lived like a wild animal

• He was a farmer

• He was a soldier

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What is the name of the giant that Gilgamesh and Enkidu set out to destroy?

• Humbaba

• Anu

• Shamash

• Aruru

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What does Enkidu express to Gilgamesh before the battle with Humbaba?

• Confidence

• Fear

• Indifference

• Joy

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Describe Enkidu's feelings towards the monster Humbaba.

• He is excited to fight

• He is terrified

• He is indifferent

• He is joyful

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What does Enkidu plan to do if Gilgamesh decides to face Humbaba?

• Fight alongside him

• Return to the city

• Seek help from the gods

• Hide in the forest

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What does Enkidu say about Humbaba's teeth?

• They are like a lion's

• They are dragon's fangs

• They are sharp as swords

• They are blunt

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How does Enkidu describe Humbaba's charge?

• Like a gentle breeze

• Like the rushing of the flood

• Like a slow river

• Like a calm sea

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What does Enkidu intend to tell Gilgamesh's mother if he returns to the city?

• About Gilgamesh's defeat

• All of Gilgamesh's glorious deeds

• About the city's problems

• About his own fears

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Analyze why Enkidu might be afraid of Humbaba despite being a strong warrior.

• Humbaba's appearance is terrifying

• Humbaba's reputation and power

• Enkidu lacks confidence

• Enkidu is not a warrior

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