What Evidence Do Scholars Use to Interpret Cycladic and Minoan

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Essay

What evidence do scholars use to interpret Cycladic and Minoan artworks in the absence of comprehendible written records? How reliable is such evidence?

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A part of the brain located within the temporal lobe, involved in emotion processing, fear responses, and memory.

Basal Ganglia

A group of structures located deep within the cerebral hemispheres involved in controlling movement and coordination.

Cerebral Cortex

The outermost layer of the brain, responsible for complex behaviors including thought, memory, attention, and consciousness.

Procedural Memories

Memories of how to perform tasks or actions, such as riding a bike, that are recalled without conscious thought.