Minoan and Mycenaean Civilization Quiz

Which of the places below was NOT a palatial complex of Minoan civilisation?

• Mycenae

• Knossos

• Phaistos

• Mallia

Which city is known for the discovery of a famous disk inscribed with Linear A writing?

• Knossos

• Phaestos

• Kata Zakro

• Mallia

Which of the symbols below is NOT associated with Minoan culture?

• Horns of Consecration

• Double ax (labrys)

• Tholos tombs

• Snake Goddess

• The Bull

What unique architectural feature is found in Mycenaean construction?

• Cyclopean masonry

• Post-and-lintel system

• Flying buttress

• Corinthian columns

What is the title of the Mycenaean king?

• Lawagetas

• Wanax

• Koreter

• Damokoros

What is the term for the Mycenaean general?

• Wanax

• Lawagetas

• Koreter

• Prokoreter

What type of tomb is known as a "Beehive tomb" in Mycenaean culture?

• Tholos tomb

• Cist tomb

• Chamber tomb

• Shaft tomb

Who was the archaeologist that famously declared, "I have gazed upon the face of Agamemnon"?

• Arthur Evans

• Heinrich Schliemann

• Michael Ventris

• Carl Blegen

Which civilization is known for its colorful frescoes featuring bulls?

• Mycenaeans

• Phoenicians

• Minoans

• Egyptians

What is the term for the Mycenaean vice governor?

• Wanax

• Prokoreter

• Lawagetas

• Koreter