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What major advancement characterized the Minoan civilization by 2800 B.C.E.?

  • Establishment of democratic governance
  • Use of bronze in weapon making (correct)
  • Construction of monumental architecture
  • Development of written language

Who is the archaeologist credited with the discovery and naming of the Minoan civilization?

  • Michael Ventris
  • Gertrude Bell
  • Arthur Evans (correct)
  • Heinrich Schliemann

In which region did the first known civilization emerge according to the content?

  • The Cycladic islands
  • The Aegean region (correct)
  • Mainland Greece
  • The Peloponnese

Which statement accurately reflects the cultural characteristics of the Minoans?

<p>They were not Greek in language and religion but influenced the Greek mainland. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the name 'Minoan' in relation to the civilization?

<p>It is derived from a mythical king of Crete. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Minoan Civilization

  • Emerged in the Aegean region on Crete, located southeast of the Greek mainland.
  • A Bronze Age civilization utilizing metals, particularly bronze for weapons, established by 2800 B.C.E.
  • Discovered by English archaeologist Arthur Evans in the early 20th century.
  • Named "Minoan" after the legendary king Minos of Crete.
  • Language and religion of the Minoans were distinct from Greek, indicating a separate cultural identity.
  • Minoans had a significant influence on later peoples of the Greek mainland despite their non-Greek roots.

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