Ancient Greek Civilizations Quiz

Where did the Minoans primarily live?

• Crete

• Sparta

• Athens

• Mycenae

Who was the legendary king after whom the Minoans were named?

• King Zeus

• King Agamemnon

• King Minos

• King Leonidas

What was the primary occupation of the Minoans?

• Artists

• Traders

• Warriors

• Farmers

What led to the decline of the Minoan civilization?

• Economic collapse

• Plague

• Natural disasters or invasion

• Famine

Which civilization conquered the Minoans?

• The Mycenaeans

• The Romans

• The Athenians

• The Spartans

What did the Mycenaeans adopt from the Minoans after conquering them?

• Their language

• Their religion

• Their culture

• Their government system

What was a major architectural difference between Minoan and Mycenaean cities?

• Minoan cities were larger.

• Mycenaean cities were built underground.

• Mycenaean cities were unfortified.

• Minoan cities were unfortified.

What was the main reason for the Mycenaeans' wealth?

• Agriculture

• Conquest

• Trade

• Mining

What did the Mycenaeans import in their trade?

• Silk and spices

• Wheat and barley

• Copper, tin, and gold

• Horses and cattle

How far did Mycenaean trade extend?

• Only within Greece

• As far as Mesopotamia and Western Europe

• Only in the Mediterranean

• Throughout the entire world