Question

read the excerpt from gilgamesh: a new english version:
the man who pulled you up from the ground
and gave you fresh water from his waterskin
is lugalbanda, your personal god.
with his help, we will achieve a triumph
greater than any man has achieved.

which feature of epic poetry does this excerpt most clearly show?
○ a courageous hero who answers a call to adventure
○ a journey filled with many challenges
○ a vast setting of distant landscapes
○ supernatural forces, such as gods or monsters, that intervene

Explanation:

The excerpt explicitly references Lugalbanda, described as a "personal god" who helps the character achieve an extraordinary triumph. This direct inclusion of a divine, supernatural figure aligns with the epic poetry feature of supernatural forces intervening. The other options are not supported: there is no call to adventure, description of a vast setting, or mention of a journey with many challenges in the given text.

Answer:

○ supernatural forces, such as gods or monsters, that intervene