- 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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