Fall of the Byzantine Empire

When did the Byzantine Empire come to an end?

• 1096

• 1204

• 711

• May 29, 1453

What caused the Byzantine Empire to face financial difficulties?

• All of the above

• Invasions

• Plague

• Debts from wars

Which empire conquered Egypt, leading to a grain supply disaster for Constantinople?

• Roman Empire

• Arab Empire

• Persian Empire

• Ottoman Empire

Who was the Byzantine emperor during the time of the Crusades?

• Mehmed II

• Justinian

• Basil II

• Constantine XI

Which group of people sacked Constantinople in 1204?

• Muslims

• Byzantines

• Crusaders

• Persians

Which empire controlled all the lands around Constantinople by 1450?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Arab Empire

• Persian Empire

Who was the Turkish ruler who led the final assault on Constantinople?

• Justinian

• Basil II

• Constantine XI

• Mehmed II

How many defenders did Constantinople have during the final assault?

• 1453

• 10,000

• 7,000

• 100,000

What was the religion of the Turks who conquered Constantinople?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Judaism

Who was the last Byzantine emperor killed during the final assault?

• Justinian

• Basil II

• Mehmed II

• Constantine XI