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Cnossus)  \n– Phaestus  \nEconomy  \n• Leading sailors and traders before the Phoenicians  \n– Traded metal goods, pottery, and textiles  \n– Traded with Egyptians, Syrians, and others  \n• Strong navy  \n– Exacted tribute from neighbors  \n– Protected the merchant marine  \nDecline and Fall  \n• 14th century B.C.E.  \n–Conquered by barbarians from central and Eastern Europe  \n–Hellenes attacked and destroyed Crete  \n–Mixture of Cretans and Hellenes became the Greeks  \nLegacy  \n• Link between ancient Egypt and classical Greece  \n• Cretan writing remains largely undeciphered  \n• Palaces had baths, drains, and plumbing  \n• Stressed athleticism – boxing, dancing, and running  \n• Women enjoyed a level of equality with men  \nArt and Religion  \n• Principal deity was a goddess  \n• Art illustrates religious festivals and rituals  \n• Colorful palaces  \n• Painting, pottery, and sculpture  \nReview Questions  \n• What famous British archaeologist first excavated and studied Minoan remains at Crete?  \n• Upon what was the Minoan economy based?  \n• What caused the decline of Minoan civilization?  \n• Describe Minoan culture.","cbCaireeM9yEuPqA","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaireeM9yEuPqA","pdf",544809,"English","# Early History and Archaeology\n## Natural Resources\n# Economy and Trade\n# Decline and Fall\n# Legacy and Culture\n## Art and Religion","[{\"question\":\"Who was the British archaeologist responsible for the discovery and study of the Minoan civilization?\",\"answer\":\"The Minoan civilization was studied and uncovered by the British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans.\"},{\"question\":\"What were the primary drivers of the Minoan economy?\",\"answer\":\"The economy was primarily based on trade, with Minoans serving as leading sailors and traders of metal goods, pottery, and textiles, supported by a strong navy.\"},{\"question\":\"What factors contributed to the decline of the Minoan civilization in the 14th century B.C.E.?\",\"answer\":\"The decline was caused by invasions from barbarians originating in central and Eastern Europe, followed by attacks from the Hellenes.\"},{\"question\":\"What are some notable cultural and architectural features of the Minoan civilization?\",\"answer\":\"Minoan palaces featured advanced infrastructure like baths and plumbing; culturally, they emphasized athleticism, religious festivals, and a society where women enjoyed a degree of equality.\"}]","Ancient Crete - Minoan Civilization | PDF",1792385176,23]