Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop, he poured out flour as an offering and said, "Mountain, bring me a favorable dream." Enkidu did the ritual for dreams, praying for a sign. A gust of wind passed. This excerpt is repeated several times. What effect does this repetition have on the epic?
Answer
A
It shows that Gilgamesh's journey is both very long and very difficult.
B
It shows that the landscape Gilgamesh is traveling is distant and vast.
C
It shows that Gilgamesh is a courageous hero who seeks adventure.
D
It shows that the supernatural are leading Gilgamesh during his quest.
Explanation
Gilgamesh and Enkidu repeatedly perform rituals and ask for signs before continuing. This repetition emphasizes that they look to dreams and supernatural forces for guidance on their quest, so choice B is correct. It does not mainly describe how far they travel or how difficult the journey is.
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