The story of the Flood (MCQ)

What was the reason the gods decided to destroy humanity in the Epic of Gilgamesh?

People had become too noisy and disruptive.

Who planned the great flood to wipe out all life in the Epic of Gilgamesh?

Enlil, the god of the air.

Who did Ea warn about the coming flood?

Utnapishtim, a righteous and wise man.

What did Utnapishtim build to survive the flood?

A huge, cube-shaped boat with many compartments.

How long did it rain during the flood?

Six days and six nights.

Where did the boat come to rest after the flood?

Mount Nisir.

What birds did Utnapishtim release to check if the waters had receded?

A dove, a swallow, and then a raven.

What did the return of the raven indicate?

That the land was dry.

What did Utnapishtim do after leaving the boat?

He offered a sacrifice to the gods.

What did the gods feel after smelling the sweet aroma of Utnapishtim's sacrifice?

They regretted their decision to destroy humanity.

What reward did Utnapishtim and his wife receive for their faithfulness?

Immortality, living forever beyond the mortal world.

What themes are highlighted in the story of Utnapishtim?

Human survival, obedience to the gods, wisdom, and the search for immortality.

How does the Epic of Gilgamesh relate to later flood myths like Noah’s Ark?

It is one of the earliest recorded flood myths with similar themes.