Question
Which examples from Gilgamesh: A New English Version most effectively illustrate the point that Gilgamesh takes risks? Select 3 options.
From far off they saw the Cedar Mountain, / sacred to Ishtar, where the gods dwell, / the slopes of it steep, and rich in cedars
They advanced to the monster’s den. Humbaba / charged out roaring at them and said, / “I know you, Gilgamesh. Don’t be a fool.”
Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.
He could not move forward, could not retreat. / Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat.
Gilgamesh chopped down the mighty trees, / Enkidu hewed the trunks into timbers.
From far off they saw the Cedar Mountain, / sacred to Ishtar, where the gods dwell, / the slopes of it steep, and rich in cedars
They advanced to the monster’s den. Humbaba / charged out roaring at them and said, / “I know you, Gilgamesh. Don’t be a fool.”
Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.
He could not move forward, could not retreat. / Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat.
Gilgamesh chopped down the mighty trees, / Enkidu hewed the trunks into timbers.
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The three examples from "Gilgamesh: A New English Version" that most effectively illustrate that Gilgamesh takes risks are:
1. **"They advanced to the monster’s den. Humbaba / charged out roaring at them and said, / 'I know you, Gilgamesh. Don’t be a fool.'"** - This shows Gilgamesh's willingness to confront a dangerous monster, highlighting his readiness to face significant threats.
2. **"Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls."** - This illustrates his boldness and readiness to take a risk, as he charges at a fierce adversary with determination.
3. **"Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat."** - This moment of action emphasizes Gilgamesh's daring and risky decision to engage directly in combat with the monster, showcasing his bravery.
These examples collectively demonstrate Gilgamesh's propensity to embrace risks in pursuit of his goals.
1. **"They advanced to the monster’s den. Humbaba / charged out roaring at them and said, / 'I know you, Gilgamesh. Don’t be a fool.'"** - This shows Gilgamesh's willingness to confront a dangerous monster, highlighting his readiness to face significant threats.
2. **"Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls."** - This illustrates his boldness and readiness to take a risk, as he charges at a fierce adversary with determination.
3. **"Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat."** - This moment of action emphasizes Gilgamesh's daring and risky decision to engage directly in combat with the monster, showcasing his bravery.
These examples collectively demonstrate Gilgamesh's propensity to embrace risks in pursuit of his goals.