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Part 1: Epic Poetry: Gilgamesh Answers

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Which features of epic poetry does this passage show? Check all that apply.

A
a vast setting
B
a supernatural force
C
a hero with great strength
D
a compelling, formal speech
E
a narrative voice
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Which detail most clearly reflects the feature of a strong hero?

A
"At four hundred miles they stopped to eat"
B
"When the sun was setting, they dug a well"
C
"they filled their waterskins with fresh water"
D
"Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop"
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Which features of epic poetry does this passage contain? Check all that apply.

A
a vast setting
B
a supernatural force that brings harm
C
a hero with great strength
D
an elevated style
E
a supernatural force that brings help
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Which statement best describes Humbaba's impact on the epic’s plot?

A
Humbaba makes Gilgamesh's adventure an epic.
B
Humbaba makes the events of the story less interesting.
C
Humbaba's presence creates conflict and suspense.
D
Humbaba's presence reduces the conflicts Gilgamesh faces.

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