Part 3: Writing to Analyze the Epic Hero in Gilgamesh

Question 1

What conclusion about Gilgamesh’s character can be drawn from this passage?

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C: He receives help from the supernatural.

Question 2

What evidence from the passage best supports the conclusion that Gilgamesh is brave? Check all that apply.

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A: “Gilgamesh felt his courage return”; E: “They charged at Humbaba”

Question 3

Which statement best paraphrases evidence from the passage to support the conclusion?

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D: Enkidu is afraid, but he is also convinced of Gilgamesh’s ability to defeat Humbaba.

Question 4

Which statement best paraphrases evidence from the passage to support the conclusion?

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C: Humbaba is so terrifying that Gilgamesh is momentarily paralyzed with fear.

Question 5

Which sentence best explains how the illustration connects to the point?

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D: Even Enkidu pleads Gilgamesh to reconsider, but Gilgamesh is too brave to back down.

Question 6

Which sentence best explains how the illustration relates to the point?

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A: Gilgamesh overcomes his fear despite Humbaba’s ferocity.

Question 7

✔ He is a confident leader.He is very strong.He is triumphant in battle.

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A: He is a confident leader.

Question 8

He is paralyzed by fear.✔ He encourages Enkidu.He does not listen to others.

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B: He encourages Enkidu.

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