Aegean Societies in the Bronze Age Quiz
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What was the name of the society that heavily inspired Mycenaean society in mainland Greece?

  • Knossos
  • Cycladic
  • Dendra
  • Hyladic (correct)
  • Where were the first bronze swords (Type A) found during the Minoan palatial period?

  • General population homes in Crete
  • Mainland Greece palaces
  • Elite tombs in Mycenae (correct)
  • Shaft tombs in Mycenae
  • What was a common defensive equipment used by warriors in the Aegean Bronze Age?

  • Copper shields
  • Iron breastplates
  • Wooden shields (correct)
  • Bronze helmets
  • Which island was traditionally considered more peaceful compared to mainland Greece in terms of warfare?

    <p>Crete</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the material used to make helmets worn by warriors during the Aegean Bronze Age?

    <p>Boar tusk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Bronze armor become more common during the 15th to 14th century BC?

    <p>Mycenae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of chariots in Mainland Greece?

    <p>Serving as mounted archer platforms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were spearmen often depicted as more cowardly warriors?

    <p>They were usually on foot, making them slower in battle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of soldiers were absent from the armies of Aegean Bronze Age?

    <p>Large rank-and-file soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributed to the collapse of many Mycenaean kingdoms and powerful societies around 1200 BCE?

    <p>Social and economic factors, poor leadership, and invasions by smaller societies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the rise of rank-and-file soldiers popularity around 1200 BCE?

    <p>Desire for larger and more organized armies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were new swords in the Aegean Bronze Age made shorter with parallel edges tapered to a sharp point?

    <p>As a response to the decline in dueling culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

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