Byzantine Test Review

Why did Constantine move the capital of the Roman Empire to the city of Constantinople?

• He wanted to expand the empire farther west past the Red Sea.

• The western part of the empire was in decline.

• He wanted to create a city dedicated to the gods.

• Flooding in Rome ruined many imperial buildings.

What other 2 facts caused the Roman Empire to decline besides famine and disease spreading? CHOOSE 2

• Poor leadership

• Persian Empire attacks

• Invasions by Germanic tribes

• Slaves were set free

• Religious wars broke out.

Which of the following describes the Byzantine Empire? CHOOSE 3

• Christian

• German Language

• Latin and Greek Language

• sea exploration

• advanced art and architecture

The language of __________ continues to influence the world today.

What is Byzantine's greatest contribution to the west?

• Supporting the Pope

• spreading polytheism throughout the region

• preserving Greek and Roman culture

• defeating the Mongols at Kiev

Why did the Church grow in strength?

• It seized power from the Roman government and replaced the Caesars with priests

• It appealed to the masses and had support from strong rulers like Constantine.

• It benefited from the wealth of the major figures such as St. Paul and other missionaries.

• It made martyrs of those persecuted by Diocletian and Maximian, stirring support among slaves.

Which statement about Constantinople is accurate?

• The physical location of the city helped it become a center of trade

• The Black Sea was the most important trade route into the city.

• More trade came from Africa than any other region.

• Most goods were produced within the city.

he Code of Justinian later served as the basis for most

• A Indian religious ceremonies.

• B European legal systems.

• C Umayyad government principles.

• D African trade agreements

Which number is Constantinople?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Where were these 2 structures?

• Rome

• Germany

• Gaul

• Constantinople