Minoan Civilization

Where did the Minoans primarily live?

• Peloponnese

• Thrace

• Macedonia

• Island of Crete

What was the name of the capital city of the Minoans?

• Corinth

• Knossos

• Athens

• Sparta

Why are the Mycenaeans sometimes called the first Greeks?

• Because they believe in the Greek gods

• Because they lived near Mount Olympus

• Because they were the first to speak the Greek language

• Because they started the Olympic games

What mythical monster lived in a labyrinth built by King Minos?

• Minotaur

• Cerberus

• Chimer

• Cyclops

What do archeologists call the written language of the Minoans?

• Ancient Greek

• Minoanese

• Linear A

• Hieroglyphics

What natural disaster do historians think may have weakened the Minoan civilization?

• Flood

• Earthquake

• Meteor strike

• Hurricane

True or False: When the Mycenaeans conquered the Minoans, they adopted much of the Minoan culture.

• TRUE

• FALSE

• Both are right

• None of these

How Minoans were able to develop a powerful and long lasting civilization?

• With the help of workers

• because of their Industries

• They had strong navy and good trade.

• None of these