Use that map given to u to answer these questions 1. Which modern countries occupy Ancient Mesopotamia?

2. Which two rivers run through the region?

3. Where do these rivers begin?

4. Into which body of water do these rivers flow?

5. Which landform marks the eastern border of the region?

6. What forms the southwestern border of the region?

7. What body of water forms the western border of the region?

Read the excerpt from gilgamesh: a new english version. gilgamesh said, "courage, dear brother, this is no time to give in to fear. we have come so far, across so many mountains, and our journey is about to reach its goal. you were raised in the wild, with your own hands you have killed marauding lions and wolves, you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat. though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, you are a warrior, you know what to do.” what characteristics of an epic hero does gilgamesh demonstrate in this excerpt? check all that apply. leadership courage honesty triumph in battle compelling speech