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