Which planet is known for its rings?
Saturn
Who guards the gate to the mountain of darkness?
The scorpions
what does Gilgamesh offer to the gods to make Enkidu better?
A gold statue of Enkidu
How does Ishtar tempt Gilgamesh to marry her?
She says he'll be treated like a god
Why is Enkidu puzzled by Hunter?
He had never seen a human before
Who painted the famous painting Starry Night?
Vincent Van Gogh
Who is Urshanabi?
The ferryman
What 2 people does Enkidu curse?
Hunter and Hatti
How does Gilgamesh reject Ishtar?
He describes how she has treated her other husbands
In Gilgamesh's dreams in part 1, what does the axe symbolize?
A friend
What is the name of the bird friend of Snoopy (from Peanuts)?
Woodstock
What advice does Siduri give to Gilgamesh?
Live for the day; give up the quest
How long does Gilgamesh cry for Enkidu?
7 days and nights
Who does Ishtar ask to release the Bull of Heaven?
Anu
Who makes fun of Enkidu for his uncivilized ways?
Hunter and the shepherds
How many miles are in a marathon?
26.2
Why does Gilgamesh kill the lions?
He's jealous of them; "they seem so alive"
What does Gilgamesh mean by saying humans are "bound by the law of nature"?
Unlike gods, humans will live and die.
How many years of destruction will releasing the Bull of Heaven cause?
7
What gives Huwawa his power?
7 magic cloaks
How many pounds are in a ton?
2,000
Who is Utnapishtim?
The hero of the flood story; the immortal
What lesson does the voice teach Enkidu, which makes him take back his curses?
Without his experiences/acquaintances, he would not have met Gilgamesh
What happens to Enkidu during the fight with the Bull of Heaven?
He hits his head; he is injured
Why do the people of Uruk of dislike Gilgamesh so much?
He uses them for his own needs