Minoan and Mycenaean Civilizations

The video explores the mysterious Minoan civilization, its seafaring prowess, and its unique palatial economy. It delves into Minoan art and culture, highlighting their maritime influence and eventual decline due to Mycenaean conquest. The video also connects Minoan history with Greek mythology, particularly the story of Theseus and the Minotaur, revealing how myths can reflect historical events.

What year was the Minoan civilization discovered?

• 1950

• 1900

• 1850

• 1800

What was the primary material transported by early Greek seafarers from the islands to the mainland?

• Copper

• Obsidian

• Gold

• Ivory

Which island became the cultural center of gravity after a millennium of bronzemaking?

• Krete

• Delos

• Thera

• Kea

What was the largest and most famous Minoan palace?

• Malia

• Zakros

• Knossos

• Phaistos

What unique feature did Minoan palaces lack compared to mainland cities?

• Running water

• Skylights

• Warehouses

• Fortifications

What animal was prominently featured in Minoan art and religious practices?

• Snakes

• Bulls

• Eagles

• Lions

What is the name of the undeciphered Minoan script used before 1450 BC?

• Hieroglyphics

• Linear B

• Linear A

• Cuneiform

Which civilization is believed to have invaded and contributed to the decline of the Minoans?

• Egyptians

• Phoenicians

• Mycenaeans

• Hittites

What mythological story is thought to be a distant memory of the Mycenaean invasion of Krete?

• The Minotaur and the Labyrinth

• The Twelve Labors of Hercules

• The Iliad

• The Odyssey

What evidence suggests that Mycenaean Athens may have been a tributary to the Minoan maritime empire?

• Architectural similarities

• Shared language

• Human sacrifice and cannibalism

• Trade records