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Which ancient civilization is considered the forerunner to the development of Greek and Western Civilization?
Minoan
What type of society did the Minoan culture have?
Matriarchal
What architectural feature is the Palace of Knossos known for in Greek mythology?
Labyrinth
What was the main form preferred in Minoan art?
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Who designed the labyrinth according to the text?
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What does the word 'labyrinth' derive from?
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Which ancient civilization is associated with the fresco of a bull dance?
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What signaled the collapse of the Mycenaean Civilization?
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Where is the Treasury of Atreus located?
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Who discovered the Citadel of Tiryns?
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Ancient Civilization and its Legacy
- The Minoan civilization is considered the forerunner to the development of Greek and Western Civilization.
Minoan Society and Culture
- The Minoan culture had a palace-based society.
- The Palace of Knossos is known for its complex architectural feature of a multi-story palace with a central courtyard.
Art and Architecture
- The main form preferred in Minoan art was fresco painting.
- The labyrinth, known from Greek mythology, was designed by Daedalus.
- The word 'labyrinth' derives from the Lydian word 'labrys', meaning 'double-headed axe'.
Mycenaean Civilization
- The Minoan civilization is associated with the fresco of a bull dance.
- The collapse of the Mycenaean Civilization was signaled by the destruction of their cities.
Archaeological Sites
- The Treasury of Atreus is located in Mycenae, Greece.
- The Citadel of Tiryns was discovered by Heinrich Schliemann.
