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Which best describes the importance of The Epic of Gilgamesh?
A. It tells the tale of how Gilgamesh conquered the gods.
B. It is the story of the evil rule of Gilgamesh.
C. It explains why the Sumerians needed the gods.
D. It is an epic poem that shows Sumerian values.
Answer: D. It is an epic poem that shows Sumerian values.
Explanation:
The Epic of Gilgamesh is an ancient Mesopotamian odyssey chronicled in the Akkadian language about Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk. It holds several themes relevant to a better understanding of Mesopotamia and its people. The main themes are friendship, the purpose of the king, antagonism, immortality, death, city versus rural living, and the relationship between humans and gods.
