The Byzantine Empire

What was the final event in the collapse of the Western Roman Empire?

• the split of the Roman Empire

• the rise of Christianity

• the removal of the Roman emperor in A.D. 476

• the attacks by Attila the Hun

How did the Byzantine Empire’s capital, Constantinople, become a commercial and cultural center?

• It was located on the western edge of the empire near Western Europe.

• It was surrounded by water on three sides which provided it with many natural resources.

• It was surrounded by water on three sides which allowed it to avoid invasions.

• It was located on trading routes connecting Europe and Asia.

Which of the following was NOT true about Constantinople?

• It had natural harbors.

• It was protected by strong walls.

• It included the Hippodrome (which held events and political discussions).

• It was constantly under attack from barbarians.

The Byzantine Empire was a ____________ state.

• Muslim

• Christian

• Polytheistic

• Buddhist

Which statements explain the importance of the Code of Justinian? (Choose 2)

• It influenced many modern law codes including those in Europe and the U.S.

• It provided commentary from judges that helped educate future legal minds in the Byzantine Empire.

• It eliminated many women’s rights allowed under previous Byzantine codes.

• It upheld past Roman laws without any new additions.

Which of the following is NOT true about the reign of Justinian?

• He reconquered much of the former Western Roman Empire.

• He created a law code for the empire.

• He attempted to eliminate political corruption (no sale of governorships).

• He ordered the rebuilding of the Coliseum after taking back Rome.

Who was Theodora?

• the wife of Justinian

• the barbarian leader who conquered Rome

• the religious leader of the Byzantine Empire

• the language arts teacher at FIA

What did Theodora advocate (support) for?

• the rights of enslaved people

• the end of the death penalty

• the rights of women

• the banishment of non-Christians

Which color represents the Byzantine Empire?

• green

• purple

• blue