The Byzantine Empire

Why was Constantinople's location an advantage for trade?

• It had access to the Black Sea.

• It had access to the Mediterranean Sea

• It was at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.

• There are all correct.

What was the name of the the Byzantine Empire's capital?

• Rome

• Jerusalem

• Constantinople

• Alexandria

Which is not true about Justinian?

• Was not born into a royal family.

• He was adopted by his uncle, Justin

• He lost much land to his enemies.

• He married a woman that was beneath his social class.

Which is true about Justinian's Code?

• A set a laws that was so well written that it became the basis of laws for many countries throughout the world.

• This was a code of chivalry that was used throughout the Byzantine Empire.

• It was a code a secrecy that kept the recipe for Greek fire from being leaked to enemies.

• None of these are true.

Which is not true about Justinian?

• He was a prolific builder.

• He converted the Byzantine Empire to Christianity.

• Poetry and literature flourished under his reign.

• He wrote laws to protect Christians.

What was the outcome of the Chariot Race Riots?

• 30,000 rioters were put to death.

• The rioters overthrew Justinian and took his throne.

• Justinian fled Constantinople at the request of Theodora.

• Justinian agreed to meet with the rioters and hear their demands.

________________________ was a beautiful church built by Justinian that later became a Mosque.

• Vatican

• Cathedral

• Hagia Sophia

• Mr. Schamp's classroom

______________________ is a piece of art that is made from a bunch of small tiles or stones that make up a bigger picture or design.

• Sculpture

• Collage

• Mosaic

• Engraving

To officially exclude a member of a church from its rituals and membership.

• Patriarch

• Creed

• Schism

• Excommunicate

A seperation

• Schism

• Creed

• Icons

• Excommunicate