AnswersPARTA - EVP PGCPS ENGLISH 12 OC FALL2026 791113Part 3: Writing to Analyze the Epic Hero in Gilgamesh

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Explain why it is important to stretch slowly and why bouncing during stretching is very dangerous.

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The FITT principle stands for __________.

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frequency, intensity, time, and type
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fitness, intensity, toughness, and type
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frequency, ideal, time, and toughness
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frequency, ideal, time, and type
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The chest-and-arm stretch squeezes __________.

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the pectoral muscles together
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the biceps simultaneously
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all muscles in the torso
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the shoulder blades together
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Describe a potential risk of a hurdle stretch performed with the leg pointed back rather than with the leg inside.

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Explain what is meant by balance stretching.

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Why should you allow a minimum of 24 hours of rest between intense stretching activities?

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Which of the following is a ballistic stretching exercise?

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calf stretch
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arm circles
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yoga plow
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hurdle stretch
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A full stretching session should take between __________.

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five and ten minutes
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half an hour to an hour
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one and two hours
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ten and twenty minutes
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Explain why head circles and arm circles are considered dangerous exercises.

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The standing toe touch is most likely to result in __________.

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a shoulder injury
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a hyperextended neck
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loose muscles in the torso
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a hyperextended knee
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh stopped. He was trembling. Tears flowed down his cheeks. "O Shamash,” he cried, "protect me on this dangerous journey. Remember me, help me, hear my prayer.”

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Frightened, Gilgamesh pleads with the god Shamash to protect him during this dangerous journey.
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Trembling and crying, Gilgamesh honors Shamash so that Shamash will grant his wish.
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Gilgamesh shows great respect for the god Shamash by praying to him for protection.
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Shamash is a powerful god, so Gilgamesh asks him to provide safety as he faces great danger.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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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 nightmare faces, 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 said is unworthy of you. It grieves my heart.We must not hesitate or retreat.Two intimate friends cannot be defeated.Be courageous. Remember how strong you are. 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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Humbaba’s face is so terrifyingly hideous that it must have taken great courage for the men to even look at him in the first place.
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Encouraged by Enkidu’s bravery, Gilgamesh pretends to be brave and follows Enkidu’s lead in attacking Humbaba.
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Enkidu, Gilgamesh’s closest friend, reminds him that he must be courageous so they can defeat Humbaba together.
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Despite his momentary horror at seeing Humbaba’s dreadful face, Gilgamesh overcomes his fear with encouragement from his companion.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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Read the point and the chart below.Point: Gilgamesh has the bravery and strength to triumph in battle.Which statement best completes the blank in this chart?

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Gilgamesh yells, lifts his massive axe, and swings it aggressively at Humbaba’s neck three times.
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Humbaba suffers great blood loss before staggering and toppling to the ground like a cedar tree.
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Gilgamesh fiercely attacks Humbaba repeatedly with his axe until the monster topples and crashes to the ground.
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Humbaba is severely injured by the attack, as evidenced by the fact that the axe cut through flesh and bone.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Examine the painting above. Name the title and artist of this painting. Describe the event the painting portrays and the message it was intended to send.

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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh said, "Courage, dear brother,this is no time to give in to fear.We have come so far, across so many mountains,and our journey is about to reach its goal.You were raised in the wild, with your own handsyou have killed marauding lions and wolves,you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat.Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble,you are a warrior, you know what to do.Shout out your battle-cry, let your voice poundlike a kettle drum. Let your heart inspire youto be joyous in battle, to forget about death.If we help each other and fight side by side,we will make a lasting name for ourselves, we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.”

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Gilgamesh said, “Courage, dear brother, / this is no time to give in to fear. / We have come so far, across so many mountains”
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You were raised in the wild, with your own hands / you have killed marauding lions and wolves, / you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat.
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Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, / you are a warrior, you know what to do.
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If we help each other and fight side by side, / we will make a lasting name for ourselves, / we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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