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Decline of Minoan civilization Word Scramble

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The decline of Minoan civilization was a pivotal moment in ancient history, marked by various factors that led to the downfall of this advanced society.

  • The eruption of the volcano on Thera (modern-day Santorini) is believed to have caused significant damage to Minoan settlements and contributed to their decline.
  • The invasion and eventual conquest of Minoan territories by the Mycenaeans also played a crucial role in the downfall of this once-thriving civilization.

Game Details: a word scramble game where you unscramble key vocabulary terms. There is no time limit, but you have a limited number of moves. Use spells to get extra moves!

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tsunami
The Minoan civilization is believed to have been significantly impacted by a tsunami, which may have contributed to its decline.
volcanic eruption
The eruption of Thera (Santorini) is also thought to have played a role in the decline of the Minoan civilization.
invasion
Some historians believe that the Minoan civilization was invaded by Mycenaean Greeks, leading to its downfall.
economic collapse
A combination of natural disasters and external pressures may have led to the economic collapse of the Minoan civilization.
social unrest
The decline of the Minoan civilization may have been accompanied by social unrest and internal conflict.
migration
Some Minoans may have migrated to other areas in search of better opportunities as their civilization declined.

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