Quiz for:
Origins and Developments of Greek Civilization

Question 1

What was the state of writing in Greece after the collapse of the Mycenaean civilization until 750 B.C.?

Question 2

What characteristics did the Minoan civilization share with those in Mesopotamia and Egypt?

Question 3

What theory suggests a cause for the Mycenaean collapse involving invaders?

Question 4

How did Greek identity primarily develop during the prehistoric period?

Question 5

What was a major consequence of the Mycenaean collapse on the Greek population?

Question 6

What script used by the Mycenaean civilization has been deciphered and is an early form of Greek?

Question 7

Which archaeologist identified and named the Minoan civilization?

Question 8

What was a significant architectural feature of Mycenaean royal tombs?

Question 9

Which factors are considered possible causes for the fall of the Mycenaean civilization?

Question 10

Which island was central to the development of the Minoan civilization?

Question 11

What kind of structures dominated Mycenaean citadels?

Question 12

Which epic poet's work is considered a major influence on Greek culture post-Dark Ages?

Question 13

What event marks the beginning of the Greek Dark Ages?

Question 14

What was the primary economic basis of the Mycenaean civilization?

Question 15

In what area did Greek settlers arrive around 2000-1900 B.C.?