Consider these themes from Gilgamesh: A New English Version . Good leaders motivate through compelling speech. Soldiers must persevere through challenging trials. Which statement best describes how these themes interact in the tale?
Answer
A
Humbaba delivers a threatening speech to Gilgamesh, explaining how he plans to kill him.
B
Both Gilgamesh and Enkidu hear Humbaba's pleas for mercy, but they choose to slay him.
C
Gilgamesh encourages Enkidu to continue, and Enkidu faces many tests of courage.
D
Both Gilgamesh and Enkidu convincingly urge each other to endure through hardship.