Which animal was considered sacred and served as a central symbol in Minoan iconography?
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Correct answer: The Bull
The bull appears everywhere in Minoan culture, from frescoes and sculptures to the 'horns of consecration.' It likely symbolized power and fertility and was central to their religious sacrificial practices.
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