The Epic of Gilgamesh is written primarily in prose, which is written or spoken language in its ordinary form.        However,  the epic is written in poetry after Book 3 when the warriors enter the Cedar Forest.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse

How is the Gilgamesh story different from modern fiction stories of today?Group of answer choicesIt was inspired by the Hebrew Bible.It was passed down orally for centuries.It originated in Egypt.It was first written down by Neolithic communities.

What kind of king is Gilgamesh characteristically as the epic opens?

Why was it necessary and creative for the poet telling the story of Gilgamesh to constantly repeat details?Group of answer choicesThe epic of the warrior was always changing, so the poet often had to remember new details along with the old.Repetition enhanced the smooth rhythm and poetic pulse of the epic.Repetition was often used with hyperbole to make the epic heroes seem larger than life. The use of exaggeration delighted the audience and widened their imagination.Oral tradition was the norm since so many Sumerians could not read, so it was skillful and purposeful for the poet to refresh audience memories.Both C and D are correct.

Epic is a long narrative poem that retells the adventures of a legendary or historical hero who represents the values of his society in his failures and successes.Select one:True False

The Epic of Gilgamesh is a comment on Mesopotamian kingship. It tells us that the search for ___________ is futile, and the king should focus his attention on the city.Question 8Answera.a way to please the godsb.dry landc.fresh breadd.immortality