The Byzantine Empire Flashcards

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What was the Byzantine Empire known as in its early days?

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The New Rome

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When was the Roman Empire divided?

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395 C.E.

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Which groups lived within the Byzantine Empire?

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Greeks, Egyptians, Syrians, Arabs, Armenians, Jews, Persians, Slavs, and Turks.

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Who was the emperor during the height of the Byzantine Empire's power?

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Emperor Justinian

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What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?

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Constantinople

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Why was Constantinople's location significant?

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It was located on a peninsula between the Black Sea and the Aegean Sea, at the crossroads of trade routes between Europe and Asia.

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How was Constantinople defended?

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By the sea on three sides and a large wall on the fourth side, with a huge chain across the harbor.

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What was the Hippodrome?

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An oval arena in Constantinople that could hold more than 60,000 spectators.

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What language did Byzantine emperors and officials begin to speak over time?

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Greek

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What cultures influenced Byzantine life?

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Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Slavic, and Persian cultures.