Read the excerpt from gilgamesh: a new english version.

enkidu said, "don't worry, my friend,
the dream you had is a favorable one.
the fiery heavens stand for humbaba,
who tried to kill you with lightning and flames.
but in spite of the fire, he could not harm you."

based on the excerpt, which statement best describes humbaba's effect on the epic's plot?

a. humbaba establishes gilgamesh as the hero of the poem.

b. humbaba distracts gilgamesh from the difficult journey.

c. humbaba eases the challenges gilgamesh must face.

d. humbaba creates tension and suspense in the story.

Explanation:

I got it right on EDG

the following key ideas correctly express the key sentence.

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restate key idea: the majority of water-accident victims require mouth-to-mouth breathing.

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restate key idea: first aid is to prevent accidents as well as assist in rescue.

explanation: the key idea needs to have the same topic as the key sentence (drowning and safety).

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