- 1. Who invaded and contributed to the decline of Minoan civilization?
A) Romans B) Egyptians C) Mycenaeans D) Persians
- 2. Which city is believed to have been the center of political power in the late Minoan period?
A) Sparta B) Thebes C) Athens D) Knossos
- 3. What natural disaster has been suggested as a possible cause for the decline of Minoan civilization?
A) Earthquake B) Drought C) Volcanic eruption D) Tsunami
- 4. Which archaeological site on Santorini is often associated with the possible destruction of the Minoan civilization?
A) Epidaurus B) Delphi C) Olympia D) Akrotiri
- 5. What is the name of the Minoan writing system that has not been fully deciphered?
A) Cuneiform B) Linear A C) Hieroglyphics D) Linear B
- 6. Which metal was scarce on Crete and contributed to the decline of Minoan civilization?
A) Tin B) Iron C) Gold D) Copper
- 7. According to legend, who was the king of Athens who defeated the Minothaur in the labyrinth of Knossos?
A) Perseus B) Theseus C) Hercules D) Achilles
- 8. Which island is believed to have been a vital trading partner of the Minoans?
A) Sicily B) Corsica C) Cyprus D) Rhodes
- 9. Where is the island of Crete located geographically?
A) Adriatic Sea B) Red Sea C) Mediterranean Sea D) Black Sea
- 10. Who discovered and excavated the Minoan palace of Knossos on Crete?
A) Howard Carter B) Hiram Bingham C) Heinrich Schliemann D) Sir Arthur Evans
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