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In History / Middle School | 2014-10-15

Which of the world's oldest pieces of literature tells the story of a legendary Sumerian hero and priest-king?

A. Iliad
B. Epic of Gilgamesh
C. Ode to Babylon
D. Tale of Sargon

Asked by Yentirb

Answer (3)

The answer is B. Epic of Gilgamesh.

Answered by naǫ | 2024-06-10

B. Epic of Gilgamesh ;

Answered by 9481528 | 2024-06-15

The oldest literature about a legendary Sumerian hero and priest-king is the Epic of Gilgamesh. It tells the story of Gilgamesh and his quest for immortality, highlighting themes of friendship and mortality. The epic is one of the earliest surviving works, dating back to around 2100 BCE.
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Answered by naǫ | 2024-09-26

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