Byzantine Empire

What was the official language of the Byzantine Empire?

• Greek
• Turkish
• Arabic
• Latin

What was the name of the famous building constructed by Justinian I?

• Pantheon
• Colosseum
• Parthenon
• Hagia Sophia

Who was the wife of Justinian I?

• Cleopatra
• Helen
• Julia
• Theodora

What was the Justinian Code?

• A military strategy used by the Byzantine Empire
• A collection of recipes for Byzantine cuisine
• A book of poetry written by Justinian I
• A set of laws that helped to unify the empire and establish a legal system that was fair and just for all

What was the Nika Riots?

• A riot that broke out in Constantinople in 532 AD
• A religious festival held in honor of the emperor
• A rebellion against the Byzantine Empire led by a group of generals
• A celebration of the Byzantine Empire's victory over the Persians

What was the religion of the Byzantine Empire?

• Judaism
• Christianity
• Buddhism
• Islam

What was the capital city of the Byzantine Empire?

• Rome
• Alexandria
• Athens
• Constantinople

What was the role of the emperor in the Byzantine Empire?

• The head of the government
• Both A and B
• None of the above
• The head of the church

What was the main economic activity of the Byzantine Empire?

• Trade and agriculture
• Mining and manufacturing
• Fishing and hunting
• Tourism and entertainment

What was the military strength of the Byzantine Empire?

• Strong
• Moderate
• Weak
• None of the above