Question

characteristics of an epic hero
gilgamesh answered, \dear friend, dear brother, i cannot kill humbaba alone. stand at my side. please stay here with me. stand fast.
\two boats lashed together will never sink.
a three - ply rope is not easily broken.\
if we help each other and fight side by side, what harm can come to us? let us go on and attack the monster. we have come so far.
whatever you are feeling, let us go on.\

• gilgamesh: a new english version

stephen mitchell
which characteristics does gilgamesh display in this passage? check all that apply
strong leadership skills
proven success in combat
the ability to receive help from a supernatural force
compelling and confident speech
courage in the face of danger

Explanation:

In the passage, Gilgamesh shows strong leadership by asking his friend to stand by his side and fight together. His speech is compelling and confident as he uses metaphors like "Two boats lashed together will never sink" and "A three - ply rope is not easily broken" to persuade his friend. He also shows courage in the face of the danger posed by Humbaba. There is no mention of proven success in combat or receiving help from a supernatural force.

Answer:

• strong leadership skills
• compelling and confident speech
• courage in the face of danger