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Part 1: Epic Poetry: Gilgamesh

Question 9 • TX-English IV

Which detail from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best illustrates a challenging journey?

Answer
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.

Explanation

Traveling a thousand miles before stopping for the night emphasizes the great distance and effort of the journey. Choice C, “The two men travel a thousand miles at a time before they stop for the night,” best illustrates a challenging journey.

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