Question

read the excerpt from gilgamesh: a new english version. gilgamesh felt his courage return. they charged at humbaba like two wild bulls. the monster let out a deafening cry, his roar boomed forth like a blast of thunder, he stamped and the ground burst open, his steps split the mountains of lebanon, the clouds turned black, a sulfurous fog descended on them and made their eyes ache. then shamash threw strong winds at humbaba, the south wind, the north wind, the east and the west, storm wind, gale wind, hurricane, tornado, to pin him down and paralyze his steps. he could not move forward, could not retreat. gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, he held a knife to humbabas throat. what is the best conclusion that can be drawn about gilgameshs character from this excerpt? he prides himself on his triumphs in battle. he believes in the power of teamwork. he relies on supernatural forces to save him. he demonstrates bravery and takes risks.

Explanation:

The excerpt shows Gilgamesh charging at Humbaba like wild bulls, leaping upon him with a knife to his throat despite strong winds and other challenges. This demonstrates his bravery and willingness to take risks in the face of danger. There is no mention of relying on supernatural forces, power of teamwork, or pride in triumphs in this particular passage.

Answer:

He demonstrates bravery and takes risks.