Ancient Seafarers Quiz

Who were known as some of the best seafarers of their time?

• The Phoenicians

• The Mycenaeans

• The Minoans

• The Greeks

What was the strategic importance of the island of Crete for the Minoans?

• It was a major agricultural hub.

• It was located in the center of the eastern half of the Mediterranean Sea.

• It was a major religious center.

• It was a major mining area.

What remains a mystery about the palace at Knossos?

• The exact location of the palace.

• The purpose of the elaborate murals and paintings.

• The materials used in construction.

• The number of people who lived there.

What innovation did the Phoenicians contribute to shipbuilding?

• The use of sails

• The construction of the keel

• The invention of the anchor

• The use of oars

What was the Phoenicians' greatest contribution to the ancient world?

• The invention of the wheel

• The development of the phonetic alphabet

• The creation of the first maps

• The invention of the compass

What were some of the main goods traded by the Phoenicians?

• Spices and silk

• Olive wood and cedar wood

• Grain and livestock

• Pottery and textiles