GK
WORLD HISTORY
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Question
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Which Greek Civilization is attributed with having built the Lion’s Gate?
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Minoans
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Mycenaeans
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Athenians
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Spartans
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The construction of the palace and city walls began around 1350 B.C. About 100 years later, Mycenaeans constructed the Lion Gate and its bastion, along with a new wall to the west and south of the original wall. This new fortification encompassed Grave Circle A and the city’s religious center.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Mycenaeans were influenced by the earlier Minoan civilization, located on the island of Crete. This influence is seen in Mycenaean palaces, clothing, frescoes, and their writing system, called Linear B.
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