Millstone Education:
World Literature

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Discussion Questions for
The Epic of Gilgamesh: Part Three
The Last Quest of Gilgamesh

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Why do you think Gilgamesh is afraid of death?

Why do you think Gilgamesh is so brave and determined?

Why do you think the Utnapishtim tells Gilgamesh not to seek for what he cannot have?

Why isn't Gilgamesh able to stay awake during Utnapishtim's story?

What do you think Gilgamesh learned from his quest?

Did you like this story? Why or why not?