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Part 1: Epic Poetry: Gilgamesh Answers

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Which of these are elements of an epic poem’s structure and style? Select 4 options.

A
the use of poetic verse throughout the epic
B
a narrative voice that tells the story
C
the use of prose in some passages
D
short descriptions
E
elevated, or eloquent, style
F
compelling speeches
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.At four hundred miles they stopped to eat,at a thousand miles they pitched their camp.They had traveled for just three days and nights,a six weeks' journey for ordinary men.When the sun was setting, they dug a well,they filled their waterskins with fresh water,Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop,he poured out flour as an offering and said,"Mountain, bring me a favorable dream."

A
a courageous hero who answers a call to adventure
B
a journey filled with many challenges
C
a vast setting of distant landscapes
D
supernatural forces, such as gods or monsters, that intervene
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Which statement best describes how Gilgamesh's dreams affect the plot of Gilgamesh: A New English Version?

A
The dreams lessen any tension in the plot.
B
The dreams introduce the main idea.
C
The dreams shift the focus from Gilgamesh.
D
The dreams create conflict and suspense.
4

Which detail from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best illustrates a courageous hero?

A
Gilgamesh standing at the top of the mountain and asking for favorable dreams
B
Gilgamesh dreaming of an eagle with a lion’s head and a flaming mouth
C
Gilgamesh asking Enkidu to explain the meaning of his dream to him
D
Gilgamesh standing at edge of the Cedar Forest, ready to battle Humbaba
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Then, from heaven, the voice of the godcalled to Gilgamesh: "Hurry, attack,attack Humbaba while the time is right,before he enters the depths of the forest,before he can hide there and wrap himselfin his seven auras with their paralyzing glare.He is wearing just one now. Attack him! Now!"

A
It scares Gilgamesh and leads the audience to believe that Gilgamesh will lose.
B
It encourages Gilgamesh to fight and adds excitement for the audience.
C
It causes Gilgamesh to run away and increases the audience's unease.
D
It causes Gilgamesh to slowly withdraw and provides the audience with relief.
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After each dream, Gilgamesh says to Enkidu, "Dear friend, tell me, what does this mean?" What effect does this repetition have?

A
It signals that Gilgamesh will defeat Humbaba.
B
It reinforces Enkidu's role as Gilgamesh's adviser.
C
It emphasizes the terrifying nature of Gilgamesh's dream.
D
It suggests that Gilgamesh rejects supernatural powers.
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Which character from Gilgamesh: A New English Version is an example of a supernatural force who intervenes?

A
Gilgamesh
B
Enkidu
C
Lord Shamash
D
Humbaba
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In Gilgamesh: A New English Version, Gilgamesh repeatedly has dreams and says, "Enkidu, dear friend, I have had a dream."

A
It creates a main idea that the audience can understand, and it establishes Gilgamesh as the main character.
B
It creates a rhythmic pattern that the audience can follow, and it signals that the audience will hear a new dream.
C
It creates a new structure that the audience needs to hear, and it shows how long Gilgamesh’s journey has been.
D
It creates a vivid image that the audience can see, and it establishes a more realistic way of storytelling.
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.At four hundred miles they stopped to eat,at a thousand miles they pitched their camp.They had traveled for just three days and nights,a six weeks' journey for ordinary men.

A
It points out that Gilgamesh and Enkidu must fight Humbaba.
B
It indicates that the gods are helping Gilgamesh and Enkidu.
C
It emphasizes the length of Gilgamesh's and Enkidu's journey.
D
It dramatizes the danger Gilgamesh and Enkidu must face.
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Which best defines the word repetition in epic poetry?

A
the recurrence of words and phrases for a specific effect
B
the duplication of main ideas for development
C
the reproduction of images for emphasis
D
the reappearance of characters for a surprise reaction

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