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Trade in Early Greece
The Minoan civilization developed on Crete as early as 3000 BC and lasted
nearly 2,000 years. During that time, Minoan ships laden with trade goods
sailed all over the Aegean Sea—and perhaps further. The earliest
Mycenaean kingdoms owed much to the Minoans. The Mycenaeans traded
with the Minoans and, like them, also became great traders. The
Mycenaeans built small kingdoms. The civilization’s name comes from a
fortress that they built. After the Mycenaeans conquered the Minoans and
Crete, their trade increased. The collapse of trade contributed to the
downfall of the Mycenaean civilization.
MAP ACTIVITY
1. On the map, label the area of Crete.
2. Use a bright color to highlight the names of the four major Minoan settlements on
Crete.
3. Use a second bright color to highlight the area of the Mycenaean civilization. Circle
the fortress from which the Mycenaean civilization gets its name.
4. On the map, use a third bright color to trace the Eastern Mediterranean and
Mycenaean trade routes.
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ANALYZING MAPS
5. Location Based on the map, what trade goods flowed from Crete?
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6. Place From which fortress did the Mycenaean civilization get its name?
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7. Region Based on the map, which bodies of water did Mycenaean trade routes cross?
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8. Region What trade good was brought all the way back from the Baltic?
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9. Movement Based on the map and compass rose, in what direction did Mycenaean
trade ships need to sail to reach Cyprus?
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10. Location Based on the map, what kingdom was located at the farthest east extent of
the Mycenaean civilization?
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