Unit 4: Byzantine Empire and Mongols

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What was an important accomplishment of Byzantine emperor Justinian?

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He reconquered many Roman lands in Western Europe.

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Christians in Rome and Constantinople disagreed over many issues within the Christian Church. Which of the following was NOT an issue they disagreed on? The use of icons in worship, The Pope as head of the Church, Latin was the official language of the Church.

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Jesus' teaching and use of the Bible.

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What was the official language of the Byzantine Empire?

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Latin

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How did the Byzantine Empire begin?

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When the Roman Empire divided, the Eastern Roman Empire became the Byzantine Empire.

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The Justinian Code is considered important because it

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the written law code served as a model for European legal systems.

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The early Russian civilization adopted the Eastern Orthodox religion, the Cyrillic alphabet, and different styles of art and architecture because of their contact with

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The Byzantine Empire

Front

What empire led to an increase in trade along the Silk Road?

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The Mongols

Front

Who unified the Mongol clans?

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Genghis Khan

Front

What group was known for being brutal warriors?

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Mongols

Front

which emperor built hagia sophia

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justinian