Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh dropped his axe, appalled.Enkidu said, "Courage, dear friend,Close your ears to Humbaba's curses.Don't listen to a word. Slaughter him! Now!"Gilgamesh, hearing his beloved friend,came to himself.
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One should ignore other people's opinions.B
Battle requires tremendous courage.C
Soldiers must destroy their enemies.D
Encouragement offers powerful motivation.