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What is the first stage of the Hero's Journey?
What is the first stage of the Hero's Journey?
Who is the protagonist of the epic of Gilgamesh?
Who is the protagonist of the epic of Gilgamesh?
Gilgamesh
Enkidu was a wild man created by the gods to be Gilgamesh's equal and companion.
Enkidu was a wild man created by the gods to be Gilgamesh's equal and companion.
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Who tames Enkidu and teaches him the ways of civilization?
Who tames Enkidu and teaches him the ways of civilization?
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Which goddess becomes infatuated with Gilgamesh and seeks revenge after he rejects her?
Which goddess becomes infatuated with Gilgamesh and seeks revenge after he rejects her?
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Who is the wise man granted immortality by the gods, whom Gilgamesh seeks to learn the secret of eternal life?
Who is the wise man granted immortality by the gods, whom Gilgamesh seeks to learn the secret of eternal life?
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The gods in the epic of Gilgamesh are all benevolent.
The gods in the epic of Gilgamesh are all benevolent.
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What monstrous guardian is defeated by Gilgamesh and Enkidu, marking a significant turning point in the epic?
What monstrous guardian is defeated by Gilgamesh and Enkidu, marking a significant turning point in the epic?
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Who is the righteous man chosen by God to survive the flood and repopulate the Earth?
Who is the righteous man chosen by God to survive the flood and repopulate the Earth?
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Which of the following is NOT one of Noah's sons?
Which of the following is NOT one of Noah's sons?
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What is the main reason for the flood in the Genesis story?
What is the main reason for the flood in the Genesis story?
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The flood in the Gilgamesh Epic lasts for seven days and seven nights.
The flood in the Gilgamesh Epic lasts for seven days and seven nights.
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The Genesis flood lasts 40 days and 40 nights.
The Genesis flood lasts 40 days and 40 nights.
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What is a commonality between the flood stories in Gilgamesh and Genesis?
What is a commonality between the flood stories in Gilgamesh and Genesis?
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What is a significant difference between the flood stories in Gilgamesh and Genesis?
What is a significant difference between the flood stories in Gilgamesh and Genesis?
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What is the hero archetype?
What is the hero archetype?
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What is the rebel/outcast archetype?
What is the rebel/outcast archetype?
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What is the explorer/wanderer archetype?
What is the explorer/wanderer archetype?
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What is one notable characteristic of the perseverant archetype?
What is one notable characteristic of the perseverant archetype?
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What are some positive traits associated with the Sage archetype?
What are some positive traits associated with the Sage archetype?
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What is the jester/trickster archetype?
What is the jester/trickster archetype?
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What are some negative traits associated with the Jester archetype?
What are some negative traits associated with the Jester archetype?
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What are some functions of mythology?
What are some functions of mythology?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Zeus?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Zeus?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Hera?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Hera?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Poseidon?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Poseidon?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Demeter?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Demeter?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Apollo?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Apollo?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Artemis?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Artemis?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Hephaestus?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Hephaestus?
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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Dionysus?
What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Dionysus?
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What is one religious celebration that the Greeks had that honored Zeus?
What is one religious celebration that the Greeks had that honored Zeus?
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What is a religious celebration that was dedicated to Dionysus, the god of wine, theater, and fertility?
What is a religious celebration that was dedicated to Dionysus, the god of wine, theater, and fertility?
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What is a religious celebration that celebrated Athena?
What is a religious celebration that celebrated Athena?
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The Trojan War lasted ten years.
The Trojan War lasted ten years.
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In The Odyssey, the Greek gods debated about the fate of Odysseus during the first book.
In The Odyssey, the Greek gods debated about the fate of Odysseus during the first book.
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In the second book of The Odyssey, Telemachus decides to act and sets off on a journey.
In the second book of The Odyssey, Telemachus decides to act and sets off on a journey.
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In the third book of The Odyssey, Telemachus visits Pylos.
In the third book of The Odyssey, Telemachus visits Pylos.
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In the fourth book of The Odyssey, Telemachus visits Sparta.
In the fourth book of The Odyssey, Telemachus visits Sparta.
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In the fifth book of The Odyssey, Odysseus is freed from Calypso.
In the fifth book of The Odyssey, Odysseus is freed from Calypso.
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In the sixth book of The Odyssey, Odysseus meets Nausicaa and the Phaeacians.
In the sixth book of The Odyssey, Odysseus meets Nausicaa and the Phaeacians.
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The flood in the Gilgamesh Epic is a punishment for human greed.
The flood in the Gilgamesh Epic is a punishment for human greed.
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Study Notes
Hero's Journey Stages
- Separation: The initial adventure phase, often involving a call to action, potential refusal of the call, and mentor encounters.
- Initiation: The hero faces trials and challenges, confronts difficulties, experiences a crisis, and undergoes a transformation.
- Return: The hero returns to ordinary life with new knowledge, experiences, and resolution.
Gilgamesh Characters & Plot
- Gilgamesh: A king of Uruk, noted for strength, wisdom, and arrogance. He is the protagonist of the epic.
- Enkidu: A wild man tamed by Shamhat, becoming Gilgamesh's companion and equal.
- Shamhat: A temple prostitute who civilizes Enkidu.
- Ishtar: The goddess of love and war, obsessed with Gilgamesh.
- Utnapishtim: An immortal man that Gilgamesh seeks to learn the secret of eternal life from.
- The Gods: Various deities influence the epic, including Anu, Ea, and Shamash.
- Humbaba: A monstrous guardian defeated by Gilgamesh and Enkidu.
Flood Narrative Comparison
- Gilgamesh Flood: A flood lasting seven days and seven nights, seen as divine judgment for human corruption.
- Genesis Flood: A flood lasting forty days and forty nights, a similar judgment for human corruption.
- Similarity: Both narratives portray a catastrophic flood as divine punishment for human wickedness.
- Difference: Genesis is monotheistic; Gilgamesh is polytheistic.
Archetypes Summary
- Hero: A character rising to overcome a challenge.
- Lover: A romantic lead character.
- Rebel/Outcast: A figure who rejects societal norms.
- Explorer/Wanderer: A character driven to explore the unknown.
- Perseverant: Restless/unreliable Archetype
- Sage/Wise Old Man: A knowledgeable figure who acts as mentor.
- Jester/Trickster: A funny character who provides insights.
Greek Gods & Mythology
- A summary of various Greek/Roman gods and goddesses
- The Olympic Games honored Zeus; the Panathenaic Festival honored Athena and Dionysia honored Dionysus.
The Odyssey: Book Summaries
- Book 1: The Gods debate Odysseus' fate.
- Book 2: Telemachus takes action.
- Book 3: Telemachus travels to Pylos.
- Book 4: Telemachus travels to Sparta.
- Book 5: Odysseus' release from Calypso.
- Book 6: Nausicaa and the Phaeacians. (and other books)
Mythological Functions
- Myth explains the mysteries of life and death.
- Myth explains the natural world.
- Myth explains the relationship with the supernatural.
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Description
Explore the stages of the Hero's Journey alongside key characters and plot elements from the Epic of Gilgamesh. Delve into the transformation of Gilgamesh and his companions as they face trials and return with newfound wisdom. This quiz will test your knowledge on both thematic structures and character roles.
