Read the point that is being made and the illustration that follows it.Point: Gilgamesh is a strong warrior who triumphs in battle.Illustration: As the two men leave the forest and float down the river, Gilgamesh carries the head of Humbaba.
Answer
A
The two men build a raft, and Enkidu steers because Gilgamesh is holding Humbaba’s head.
B
Gilgamesh holds Humbaba’s head to signal his ultimate defeat of the beast Humbaba and, thus, his strength.
C
This proves that Gilgamesh is courageous because he does not fear revenge from those close to Humbaba.
D
Enkidu and Gilgamesh likely take the beast’s head to prove to everyone that he is actually dead.