Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version Which statement best describes the epic feature used in this excerpt and its effect on the plot? At four hundred miles they stopped to eat," at a thousand miles they pitched their camp. They had traveled for just three days and nights, a six weeks' journey for ordinary men. When the sun was setting, they dug a well, they filled their waterskins with fresh water, Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop O The interference of the gods creates more tension and suspense in the plot. O The use of poetic verse causes the narrative to become confusing. O The long and difficult journey reflects how strong and enduring Gilgamesh is. O The presence of a brave hero indicates that the challenge ahead will be simple. ​