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How does Gilgamesh establish the defining features of epic poetry

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Answer: Gilgamesh has the basic features of epic poetry, such as an impressive hero, a supernatural rivalry between the hero and the villain, and a wide setting where the characters travel in.

Explanation: Epic poetry has certain features, in "The Epic of Gilgamesh", these are well defined by some factors. The first factor is Gilgamesh himself, being a magnificent and strong hero, blessed by the gods. We also encounter a hard-fought rivalry between the hero and the villain Enkidu. And lastly, a broad world in which the characters travel around.

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