Question

what evidence from gilgamesh: a new english version best supports the conclusion that gilgamesh is an epic hero? select 3 options.□ gilgamesh said, \courage, dear brother, / this is no time to give in to fear.\□ dread surged through gilgamesh, terror flooded / his muscles, his heart froze, his mouth went dry, / his legs shook, his feet were rooted to the ground.□ gilgamesh felt his courage return. / they charged at humbaba like two wild bulls.□ gilgamesh dropped his axe, appalled. / enkidu said, \courage, dear friend, / close your ears to humbabas curses.\□ he yelled, he lifted / his massive axe, he swung it, it tore / into humbabas neck

Explanation:

Epic heroes display courage, inspire others, and perform bold, heroic deeds.

1. The first option shows Gilgamesh encouraging a companion, a heroic leadership trait.
2. The third option shows him regaining courage and launching a bold attack, a core heroic action.
3. The fifth option depicts him executing a powerful, heroic feat against a foe.

The other options show moments of fear, which do not support the conclusion of him being an epic hero.

Answer:

• Gilgamesh said, “Courage, dear brother, / this is no time to give in to fear.”
• Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.
• He yelled, he lifted / his massive axe, he swung it, it tore / into Humbaba’s neck