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The Epic of Gilgamesh

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Summary
Characters
Literary Devices
- Themes
- Motifs
- Symbols
Quotes
- Important Quotes Explained
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Analysis of Major Characters Quiz

Quizzes Analysis of Major Characters Quiz

1 of 5
At the beginning of the story, from what does Gilgamesh suffer most?

Stupidity
Exhaustion
Immoderation
Weakness

2 of 5
What realization finally helps Gilgamesh become a better king?

He is mortal
He is greatly powerful
His subjects have feelings
He is near-godly

3 of 5
Which of the following best describes Enkidu's view of the injustice in Uruk?

He doesn't understand it
He thinks it's necessary
He simply follows Gilgamesh
He feels it keenly

4 of 5
What understanding allows Utnapishtim to "see life"?

Life is contained within individuals
Life extends beyond individuals
Even gods are mortal
Immortality is within reach

5 of 5
What does Siduri try to teach Gilgamesh to do?

Find a loving wife
Cherish worldly pleasures
Escape the gods' wrath
Become immortal

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