Continuity and Change in the Byzantine Empire

Why was Constantine a pivotal figure in Byzantine history?

• Despite being the leader of the entire Roman Empire, he made important changes that marked the beginning of what would eventually be called the Byzantine Empire

• He decided to found a new empire called the Byzantine Empire in place of the Roman Empire

• He expanded the Roman Empire more than any other Emperor in Roman history.

According to Gregory, what were some indications that Constantine supported the Christian church?

• He made Christianity the official state religion.

• He funded the Church generously and gave Christians preferential treatment in government positions..

• He was the chief priest of the state religion

What were some of the ways the Byzantine Empire changed during Justinian's reign?

• The loss of territory

• He moved the capital to Constantinople.

• Roman law was made more consistent and clear in the "Code of Justinian."

According to Robert Browning, how did the government administration change?

• Instead of separate civil and military bodies, army leaders controlled civil affairs.

• Instead of separate civil and military bodies, civil leaders controlled army affairs.

• Civil and military bodies became increasingly independent of one another.

What are some of the ways the Byzantine Empire changed between the eighth and the eleventh centuries?

Choose all answers that apply:

• The Byzantine Empire became less urban and more agrarian and military-dominated

• Latin replaced Greek as the official language

• Its economy became weaker

• It lost territory in Crete, Cyprus, and Syria