Byzantine and Mongol Empire

the Roman Empire, Emperor Diocletian

• outlawed all other religious faiths except Christianity.

• divided the empire into Western and Eastern sections.

• ordered the execution of Jesus

What was the Silk Road?

• used by Marco Polo in his travels.

• used to spread Christianity

• used for trade between Europe and China.

• used by Mongols in the creation of their empire.

Genghis Khan united the Mongols and built an empire by combining

• Samurai warriors ruling the clans.

• shogunates within a feudal system.

• Mongol battle tactics with a belief in racial superiority.

• a superior cavalry with a confederation of tribes and clans.

Why did Constantine chose the location for Constantinople?

• was convenient

• enhanced trade

• encouraged religion

• appeared prestigious

Which part of the Roman Empire did Justinian try to regain territory?

• West

• East

• North

• South

Which emperor collected and codified all laws of the Byzantine?

• Constantine

• Justinian

• Augustus

• Nero

What did the Roman Catholic Church and the Greek Orthodox Church disagree about?

• papal primacy

• nature of Jesus

• belief in saints

• existence of God

Which Byzantine empress was known for her powerful influence at court and for getting laws enacted which elevated the status of women?

• Cassandra

• Eloise

• Helena

• Theodora

What language was spoken by the Byzantine Empire?

• English

• French

• Greek

• Russian

The Byzantine Empire was MOST influenced by which of these?

• Roman Empire

• Mongol Empire

• Russian Empire

• Ottoman Empire