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Part 3: Writing to Analyze the Epic Hero in Gilgamesh Answers

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Which characteristics of an epic hero does this passage show? Check all that apply.

A
the ability to embark on a challenging journey
B
strength
C
courage
D
compelling speech
E
triumph in battle
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What conclusion can be drawn about Gilgamesh from this characterization?

A
He is a strong leader and speaker.
B
He is in touch with the supernatural.
C
He is better off alone than with a partner.
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How does this passage reveal a characteristic of Gilgamesh?

A
through Gilgamesh’s actions
B
through descriptions of Gilgamesh
C
through what Gilgamesh says
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What evidence from the text supports the conclusion that Gilgamesh demonstrates courage and takes risks? Check all that apply.“Dread surged through Gilgamesh, terror flooded / his muscles, his heart froze, his mouth went dry, / his legs shook, his feet were rooted to the ground.”“Gilgamesh backed away. He said, / ‘How dreadful Humbaba’s face has become! / It is changing into a thousand nightmare / faces, more horrible than I can bear. / I feel haunted. I am too afraid to go on.’”“Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.”“Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat.”“He yelled, he lifted / his massive axe, he swung it, it tore / into Humbaba’s neck”

A
“Dread surged through Gilgamesh, terror flooded / his muscles, his heart froze, his mouth went dry, / his legs shook, his feet were rooted to the ground.”
B
“Gilgamesh backed away. He said, / ‘How dreadful Humbaba’s face has become! / It is changing into a thousand nightmare / faces, more horrible than I can bear. / I feel haunted. I am too afraid to go on.’”
C
“Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.”
D
“Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat.”
E
“He yelled, he lifted / his massive axe, he swung it, it tore / into Humbaba’s neck”
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Which statement best paraphrases evidence to support the conclusion that Gilgamesh demonstrates courage and takes risks?

A
Despite his fear, Gilgamesh boldly charges at Humbaba.
B
At the sight of Humbaba’s face, Gilgamesh retreats in fear.
C
Gilgamesh tells Enkidu, “Two boats lashed together will never sink.”
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Which sentence best explains how the illustration connects to the point?

A
Gilgamesh learns that he cannot win against Humbaba without the help of his friend, Enkidu.
B
Because Gilgamesh succeeds in such a challenging, frightening task, he proves himself to be notably strong and brave.
C
The battle entails a long and violent conflict in which Gilgamesh proves to be victorious against a worthy opponent.

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