Question

consider these themes from gilgamesh: a new english version. battle forces people to acknowledge their mortality. success in battle results in glory. which statement best describes how these themes interact in the tale? gilgamesh and enkidu are afraid of the threat that humbaba poses to their lives, so they forego a chance at fame. gilgamesh and enkidus desire for recognition and fame allows them to overcome their fear of death. when humbaba threatens to kill enkidu and gilgamesh, he claims that he will achieve great fame. when humbaba is aware that gilgamesh is going to kill him, he begs for his death to be an honorable one.

Explanation:

The themes suggest that battle brings awareness of mortality but also the potential for glory. Gilgamesh and Enkidu's desire for recognition (glory) helps them face the threat (acknowledging mortality).

Answer:

Gilgamesh and Enkidu's desire for recognition and fame allows them to overcome their fear of death