Question

Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh said, "Courage, dear brother, this is no time to give in to fear. We have come so far, across so many mountains, and our journey is about to reach its goal. You were raised in the wild, with your own hands you have killed marauding lions and wolves, you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat. Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, you are a warrior, you know what to do. Shout out your battle-cry, let your voice pound like a kettle drum. Let your heart inspire you to be joyous in battle, to forget about death. If we help each other and fight side by side, we will make a lasting name for ourselves, we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.” Which evidence from the excerpt best illustrates the point that Gilgamesh is a leader who believes in teamwork? Gilgamesh said, “Courage, dear brother, / this is no time to give in to fear. / We have come so far, across so many mountains” You were raised in the wild, with your own hands / you have killed marauding lions and wolves, / you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat. Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, / you are a warrior, you know what to do. If we help each other and fight side by side, / we will make a lasting name for ourselves, / we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.

Answer 1

Answer:

If we help each other and fight side by side, / we will make a lasting name for ourselves, / we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.

Explanation:

Stephen Mitchell's book Gilgamesh: A New English Version is a retelling of the epic narrative about Gilgamesh and his heroic acts. The book delves into the bravery and courage of the hero and his characters of being a liked leader.

The given excerpt from the text reveals his leadership skills. He implored his men to keep on fighting even though they may be tired, for they are almost done. He inspires them to press on despite their fatigue and weakness. And in this leadership, he also reveals his belief in teamwork when he said asked them to "help each other and fight side by side". Then they "will stamp [their] fame on men's minds forever". This shows his true leadership quality, showing his belief for their teamwork and not faltering to the 'lone-hero' act.

Thus, the correct answer is the last/ fourth option.