Question

which lines from gilgamesh: a new english version best establish gilgamesh as triumphant in battle?
○ \i will stand by you. now let us attack.\
gilgamesh felt his courage return.
they charged at humbaba like two wild bulls.
○ gilgamesh, hearing his beloved friend,
came to himself. he yelled, he lifted
his massive axe
○ they took their axes and penetrated
deeper into the forest, they went
chopping down cedars, the woods chips flew
○ they bound logs together and built a raft.
enkidu steered it down the great river.
gilgamesh carried humbabas head.

Explanation:

The question asks for lines that establish Gilgamesh as triumphant in battle. The first option shows him preparing to attack, the second shows him reacting to Enkidu and gearing up, the third shows them entering the forest to fight, while the fourth describes him carrying Humbaba's head—this is a clear sign that he has defeated his foe and achieved victory.

Answer:

○ They bound logs together and built a raft. Enkidu steered it down the great river. Gilgamesh carried Humbaba's head.