Question

Gilgamesh felt his courage return.

They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.

The monster let out a deafening cry,

his roar boomed forth like a blast of thunder,

he stamped and the ground burst open, his steps

split the mountains of Lebanon

–Gilgamesh: A New English Version,
Stephen Mitchell
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Which characteristics does Gilgamesh display in this passage? Check all that apply.

confident speech
great intelligence
risk-taking behavior
courage
readiness to embark on a journey

Answer 1

In this passage the character Gilgamesh shows a courage and a risk-taking bahaviour. The first characteristic is noticed at the beginning of it when he feels back is courage and give to him again self confidence to confront the monster. Owing to that, he takes the risk to fight against the monster no matter what because his feeling of courage makes him feel powerful to win the battle.

Answer 2

Gilgamesh, the hero, displays the following characteristics in this passage:

-risk-taking behavior: Humbaba, the giant who takes care of the forest, is a beast who challenges Gilgamesh. Although he is dangerous, Gilgamesh takes the risk of facing him.

-courage: Gilgamesh has the courage to face danger. Danger is reflected by Humbaba's beastly characteristics.