World History - Ch. 8 L5 Reading Essentials Quiz

What was Justinian's most important contribution to the Eastern Roman Empire?

• He reconquered the western part of the Roman Empire

• He established The Body of Civil Law

• He moved the capital to Constantinople

• He expanded the empire into North Africa and Asia Minor

What was the significance of The Body of Civil Law?

• It was the first legal document written in Latin

• It became the basis for much of the legal system of Europe

• It was used to train Roman soldiers

• It signified the end of the Eastern Roman Empire

How did the Eastern Roman Empire evolve into the Byzantine Empire under Justinian's rule?

• By moving the capital to Constantinople

• By adopting Greek as the official language

• By codifying Roman law and reconquering lost territories

• By establishing a new religion

What were the cultural contributions of the Byzantine Empire?

• The creation of The Body of Civil Law

• The spread of Christianity to Asia

• The use of Latin in the eastern Roman culture

• The codification of Roman law and the use of Greek language

What major challenge did the Eastern Roman Empire face from the rise of Islam?

• The rise of Islam led to a cultural renaissance within the empire.

• The Islamic religion united the Eastern Roman Empire against external threats.

• The rise of Islam created a powerful new force that the Eastern Roman Empire had to confront.

• The Islamic religion had no significant impact on the Eastern Roman Empire.

What happened to the Eastern Roman Empire after the Arab tribes defeated them at Yarmuk?

• The Eastern Roman Empire expanded its territory.

• The Eastern Roman Empire lost the provinces of Syria and Palestine.

• The Eastern Roman Empire formed an alliance with the Arab tribes.

• The Eastern Roman Empire remained unaffected by the defeat.

Which language became the official language of the Byzantine Empire?

• Latin

• Greek

• Arabic

• Slavic

Who was considered the head of the church in the Byzantine Empire?

• The emperor

• The patriarch

• The consul

• The senator

What was the most significant center of commerce in Europe during the Middle Ages?

• Rome

• Constantinople

• Venice

• Paris

What was the most profitable product in Constantinople due to European demand?

• Spices from Southeast Asia

• Jewelry and ivory from India

• Silk cloth

• Wheat and furs from southern Russia