Question

after each dream, gilgamesh says to enkidu, dear friend, tell me, what does this mean? what effect does this repetition have? it signals that gilgamesh will defeat humbaba. it reinforces enkidus role as gilgameshs adviser. it emphasizes the terrifying nature of gilgameshs dream. it suggests that gilgamesh rejects supernatural powers.

Explanation:

In the Epic of Gilgamesh, dreams often carry prophetic meanings. Gilgamesh asking Enkidu about the dream's meaning shows his reliance on Enkidu as an advisor. Dreams in ancient Mesopotamian literature were seen as messages from the gods. The repeated dreams likely signal an important upcoming event, in this case, the battle with Humbaba.

Answer:

It signals that Gilgamesh will defeat Humbaba.