Part 2: Epic Hero: Gilgamesh Answers

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Above is an image of King Tut’s Gold Sarcophagus, which is an example of how the Egyptian commemorated the dead. Explain how Egyptian commemorate the wealthy and royal dead and why?

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. This photograph, American Troops Landing on D-Day, was taken by a war correspondent during WWII. What do you notice about this picture? How does it make you feel when you see it?

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Describe the Column of Trajan (above), including how it serves to both document and commemorate history.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. What does the above photograph commemorate and document?

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. For the above visual narration, provide its title, medium, and both its historical and practical significance.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Art expresses many things in culture. How does this image of an American flag being placed at Iwo Jima after the most infamous battle in the Pacific during WWII, use symbolism to commemorate, document, and narrate an event in history?

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the statue above. Explain three examples of symbolism used by the artist when designing this statue.

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wisdom
B
bravery
C
creativity
D
forgiveness
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Which lines from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best establish Gilgamesh as triumphant in battle?

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"I will stand by you. Now let us attack."Gilgamesh felt his courage return.They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.
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Gilgamesh, hearing his beloved friend,came to himself. He yelled, he liftedhis massive axe
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They took their axes and penetrateddeeper into the forest, they wentchopping down cedars, the woods chips flew
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They bound logs together and built a raft. Enkidu steered it down the great river. Gilgamesh carried Humbaba's head.
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Compare and contrast the exercise principles of progression and overload.

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Explain why it is important to assess flexibility both before starting AND during a workout regimen.

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Consider the excerpt and theme from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Enkidu said, "Don't worry, my friend,the dream you had is a favorable one.The eagle that you saw, with a lion's head,stands for Humbaba. Though it dived straight toward youand terrifying flames shot from its mouth,nothing could cause you harm. The young manwho came to your rescue was our lord, Shamash.He will stand beside us when the monster attacks.Whatever happens, we will prevail."Gilgamesh, happy with his good dream,smiled, and his face lit up with pleasure.Theme One: Dreams have valuable meanings.

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Imaginary monsters pose no threat.
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People can depend on their god(s).
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One must be prepared for battle.
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Happiness leads to great success.
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Consider the passage and theme.Devin kept a low profile in school. He attended classes and talked with his friends in the hall, but few knew him well. He rarely raised his hand in class and never spoke out of turn. Even in band class, he refused to draw attention to himself. Though he had earned the honor of first-chair saxophone, he did not reveal his passion for his instrument to his classmates.Then, sophomore year, Devin joined the marching band despite his fear of public scrutiny. The night of the first football game, his palms were sweating and his heart was racing as the band marched onto the field. But as soon as he began to play, his fears were forgotten, and through the glare of the lights he could see the crowd swaying and clapping to the music. Devin was completely at ease during his solo, and after the game a friend told him, "You were great! I didn't know you had it in you."Theme One: It is important to take risks.

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People can reveal themselves through their passions.
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Music entertains people with varied interests.
C
A leader knows how to share the spotlight with others.
D
Shyness can prevent people from finding social success.
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Why is a recovery period between bouts of exercise important?

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Recovery periods reduce muscle performance.
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Resting between workouts helps to prevent injuries.
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Recovery periods stimulate metabolism.
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Resting enhances muscle soreness and fatigue.
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A literary theme is defined as

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the series of events that construct a tale.
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the message a text conveys about a topic.
C
the location where a text takes place.
D
the author's opinion of previous experiences.
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh backed away. He said,"How dreadful Humbaba's face has become!It is changing into a thousand nightmarefaces, more horrible than I can bear.I feel haunted. I am too afraid to go on."Enkidu answered, "Why, dear friend,do you speak like a coward? What you just saidis unworthy of you. It grieves my heart.We must not hesitate or retreat."

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People must persevere despite their fears.
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Enkidu is a loyal source of encouragement.
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Gilgamesh needs support to overcome his fear.
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Cowardice leads to defeat and death.
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How does dynamic stretching help an individual prepare for an activity?

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