What is Crete?

Q: What is Crete?


A: Crete is the largest of the Greek islands.

Q: What separates the Aegean Sea from the rest of the Mediterranean Sea?


A: Crete separates the Aegean Sea from the rest of the Mediterranean Sea.

Q: Why did the Cretans have less time fighting to live?


A: The Cretans had less time fighting to live because of their rich soil, warm climate, and plenty of water.

Q: What did the Cretans make from the wild crocus flowers?


A: The Cretans collected saffron from the wild crocus flowers which was used in yellow dye, in food, and in medicine.

Q: What did the Cretans receive from the Egyptians?


A: The Cretans received rich cloth and jewels from the Egyptians.

Q: What did the Cretans learn from the Hittites?


A: The Cretans learned how to use iron from the Hittites.

Q: What did the Cretans receive from Phoneicia?


A: The Cretans received the alphabet which is used today from Phoneicia.

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