Byzantine Empire pt. 1

Byzantine Empire pt. 1

Open Ended

What were some reason for the collapse of the Western Roman Empire?

Open Ended

Think of a time that you had an awesome, spectacular, wonderful, incredible day. What did you do to ensure you remember that day for a long time?

Open Ended

How do we, as a culture, honor greatness? Think of something or someone great in a certain field. How is respect shown?

Open Ended

Why was Constantinople's location on the Bosporus Strait advantageous?

Multiple Choice

What was NOT a reason that the capital was moved from Rome to Byzantium (Constantinople)?

• To be near religious sites

• To be further away from invading barbarians

• To access trade routes

• It was easy to defend

Multiple Choice

What area did Justinian mainly conquer?

• Western Mediterranean

• Egypt

• Eastern Mediterranean

• Black Sea

Multiple Choice

What was the name of the legal system established by Justinian?

• Justinian's Code

• 12 Tables

• Byzantium's Code

• 24 Tables

Multiple Choice

What happened to the Byzantine Empire after Justinian's death?

• It slowly declined in power and size

• It continued to grow in power and size

• It collapsed and Constantinople was destroyed

• It stayed the same size under 1453.

Multiple Choice

What theme is present in the majority of Byzantine art?

• They are mostly of people important to Christianity

• They are all terrible & hideous works of art

• They are mostly of men

• They are mostly of Greek gods and goddesses

April 21

Atlas 10 - Rise and Fall of Byzantine Empire

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