Part 2: Epic Hero: Gilgamesh Answers

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Which statements are themes? Check all that apply.The story inspires readers to take chances in times of uncertainty.Hope can help a person get through life's toughest moments.The good of society outweighs the rights of the individual.An adventurous girl and her best friend get lost in a large city.A shocking twist of events near the story's end leaves readers baffled.Even powerful leaders have typical human flaws.

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The story inspires readers to take chances in times of uncertainty.
B
Hope can help a person get through life's toughest moments.
C
The good of society outweighs the rights of the individual.
D
An adventurous girl and her best friend get lost in a large city.
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A shocking twist of events near the story's end leaves readers baffled.
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Even powerful leaders have typical human flaws.
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Which theme does this passage most support?

A
Glory will come to those who bravely overcome a challenge.
B
It is possible to overcome obstacles without help.
C
Fighting with others is not a way to solve disagreements.
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Which theme does this passage most support?

A
It is better to face challenges alone.
B
Boats that are built to last will never sink.
C
Even brave heroes need help from others.
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Which statement best describes how these themes interact in Gilgamesh?"Even brave heroes need help from others.""Glory will come to those who bravely overcome a challenge."

A
Gilgamesh's battle with Humbaba shows us that a hero can reach glory without any help.
B
Gilgamesh's battle with Humbaba shows us that a hero needs help to reach glory.
C
Gilgamesh's battle with Humbaba shows us that all heroes reach glory.

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