Question

Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.

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,
the clouds turned black, a sulfurous fog
descended on them and made their eyes ache.
Then Shamash threw strong winds at Humbaba,
the south wind, the north wind, the east and the west,
storm wind, gale wind, hurricane, tornado,
to pin him down and paralyze his steps.
He could not move forward, could not retreat.
Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him,
he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat.

What is the best conclusion that can be drawn about Gilgamesh’s character from this excerpt?


.He prides himself on his triumphs in battle.
.He believes in the power of teamwork.
.He relies on supernatural forces to save him.
.He demonstrates bravery and takes risks.
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Answer 1

He demonstrates bravery and takes risks

Step-by-step explanation:

In the beginning it says "Gilgamesh felt his courage return" This generally means the person is willing to take risks with not as much second thoughts

Answer 2

He demonstrates bravery and takes risks.

Step-by-step explanation:

Gilgamesh was clearly terrified as he charged at the Humbaba. However, he mustered up the courage and went forward. Even when he felt that he could not move forward, he went ahead and took a risk. Ultimately, his bravery and risk taking worked out in his favor because he held the knife to Humbaba's throat.