Question

consider the excerpt and the theme from gilgamesh: a new english version. enkidu said, “don’t worry, my friend, the dream you had is a favorable one. the eagle that you saw, with a lion’s head, stands for humbaba. though it dived straight toward you and terrifying flames shot from its mouth, nothing could cause you harm. the young man who came to your rescue was our lord, shamash. he will stand beside us when the monster attacks. whatever happens, we will prevail.” gilgamesh, happy with his dream, smiled, and his face lit up with pleasure. theme one: dreams have valuable meanings. what other theme is addressed in the excerpt? imaginary monsters pose no threat. people can depend on their god(s). one must be prepared for battle. happiness leads to great success.

Explanation:

The excerpt mentions that when the monster attacks, the god Shamash will stand beside them. This indicates that people can rely on their god(s) in times of trouble. The other options are not well - supported by the text. There is no mention of happiness leading to success, no indication of preparation for battle as a main theme, and the monster in the text is real (not imaginary).

Answer:

People can depend on their god(s).