Byzantine and Medieval Europe Review

Why did Eastern Roman Empire last longer than Western Roman Empire?

• Eastern Empire had a powerful army and Western Empire did not.

• Western had no slaves

• Eastern Empire had a better economy.

• Western Empire had a better political system

What effect did Constantine I have on Christianity?

• Outlawed Christianity

• Executed Christians

• Made Christianity the state religion

• Tolerated the Catholic Church and gave land grants.

What was the impact of the Fall of Rome on Western Europe?

• Ended the Classical Age of Civilizations

• Allowed the Muslims to enter Spain

• Nationalism Grew in Europe

• Ended the spread of Christianity in Europe

Constantine moved the capital from ______ to _______

• Rome; Constantinople

• Athens; Sparta

• Rome; Alexandria

• Constantinople;

  Rome

The Twelve Tables were replaced by Justinian with the

• Code of Hammurabi

• Justinian's Code

• Constantine's Code

• Rules of Theodora

During the Pax Romana, Greek Culture was ignored.

• True

• False

What was a cause of the decline of Rome?

• increased military strength

• decline in morals and values

• superior technology

• ethical politicians

What was a major reason for the decline of the Roman Empire?

• defeat by African Empires

• acceptance of traditional religions

• government instability and corruption

• abolishment of slavery

Which of the following did the Romans NOT get from Greece?

• language

• philosophy

• art

• Christian religion

Who was the head of the Eastern Orthodox Church in the 11th century?

• Pope

• Emperor

• Theodora

• Rabbi