AnswersAZ-English Language Arts 12 A-CRPart 1: Epic Poetry: Gilgamesh

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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Which statement best describes the effect of Gilgamesh's repeated dreams in Gilgamesh: A New English Version?

A
The repetition of the dreams introduces one clear theme.
B
The repetition of the dreams creates rhythm, interest, and drama.
C
The repetition of the dreams gives the epic an informal tone.
D
The repetition of the dreams establishes Gilgamesh as the hero.
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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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Which detail from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best illustrates a challenging journey?

A
The two men travel a thousand miles at a time before they stop for the night.
B
Gilgamesh makes an offering to the mountain and asks for a favorable dream.
C
Gilgamesh dreams that an enormous mountain falls on him and Enkidu.
D
The two men can hear the roar of Humbaba as they get to the Cedar Forest.
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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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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Enkidu said, "Don't worry, my friend,the dream you had is a favorable one.The fiery heavens stand for Humbaba,who tried to kill you with lightning and flames.But in spite of the fire, he could not harm you."

A
Humbaba establishes Gilgamesh as the hero of the poem.
B
Humbaba distracts Gilgamesh from the difficult journey.
C
Humbaba eases the challenges Gilgamesh must face.
D
Humbaba creates tension and suspense in the story.
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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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