Part 2: Epic Hero: Gilgamesh Answers

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What characteristics of an epic hero does Gilgamesh exhibit in the excerpt? Select 2 options.

A
compassion for his enemy
B
courage in battle
C
endurance in travel
D
connection to supernatural help
E
humility in defeat
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Consider these themes from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Good leaders motivate through compelling speech.Soldiers must persevere through challenging trials.

H
Humbaba delivers a threatening speech to Gilgamesh, explaining how he plans to kill him.
G
Gilgamesh encourages Enkidu to continue, and Enkidu faces many tests of courage.
B
Both Gilgamesh and Enkidu convincingly urge each other to endure through hardship.
B
Both Gilgamesh and Enkidu hear Humbaba's pleas for mercy, but they choose to slay him.
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wisdombraverycreativityforgiveness

A
wisdom
B
bravery
C
creativity
D
forgiveness
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A literary theme is defined as

A
the series of events that construct a tale.
B
the message a text conveys about a topic.
C
the location where a text takes place.
D
the author's opinion of previous experiences.
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In Gilgamesh: A New English Version, Gilgamesh represents an epic hero because he

A
is gentle and forgiving of his enemies.
B
shows impressive intellect and academic curiosity.
C
travels on a journey and demonstrates courage.
D
is socially progressive as a political leader.

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