Justinian Code and Roman Law Flashcard

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Which of the following is a similarity between Roman Law and the Justinian Code?

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Both emphasized fairness, equality, and the protection of citizens' rights.

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What was one major difference between Roman Law and the Justinian Code?

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Roman Law developed over centuries, while the Justinian Code was a unified and organized compilation.

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Why did Emperor Justinian decide to compile a unified legal code?

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To make laws easier to access and understand by organizing scattered Roman laws.

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What are the four main parts of the Justinian Code?

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Codex, Digest, Institutes, Novellae

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How did the Byzantine Empire's political structure impact the Justinian Code?

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The Justinian Code reflected the emperor’s centralized authority in creating and enforcing laws.