Mycenaean Civilization and Trojan War

The video discusses early Greek civilizations, focusing on the Minoans and Mycenaeans. The Minoans, based on Crete, were a dominant trading empire from 1600 to 1500 BC, known for their unfortified cities and palaces. They vanished around 1400 BC, possibly due to natural disasters or invasions. The Mycenaeans, who arrived in Greece around 2000 BC, became dominant by 1450 BC, heavily influenced by Minoan culture. They were known for fortified cities and extensive trade networks, reaching as far as Scandinavia. The Mycenaeans played a significant role in the Trojan War, which may have been driven by economic competition. Eventually, they were conquered by the Dorians, leading to a decline in Greek civilization.

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

• Achilles

• Hercules

• Zeus

• Minos

What was the primary reason for the decline of the Minoan civilization?

• Natural disaster

• Invasion

• Economic collapse

• Both natural disaster and invasion

When did the Mycenaeans arrive in Greece?

• 2000 BC

• 1600 BC

• 1450 BC

• 1200 BC

Which city was the best known of the Mycenaean civilization?

• Troy

• Mycenae

• Sparta

• Athens

What was a major difference between Minoan and Mycenaean architecture?

• Minoan cities were fortified

• Mycenaean cities were unfortified

• Both had similar architecture

• Minoan cities were unfortified

What items did the Mycenaeans import through their trade?

• Copper, tin, gold

• Wheat, barley, rice

• Spices, silk, tea

• Silver, iron, bronze

How far did Mycenaean trade extend?

• As far as Mesopotamia and Western Europe

• As far as China

• Only to nearby islands

• Only within Greece

What was the possible cause of the Trojan War according to some experts?

• Religious conflict

• Economic competition

• Personal revenge

• Territorial dispute

Who is said to have been kidnapped, leading to the Trojan War?

• Penelope

• Athena

• Helen

• Aphrodite

Who eventually conquered the Mycenaeans?

• Dorians

• Spartans

• Romans

• Persians