Byzantine Empire Quiz

How long did the Byzantine Empire last?

• About 500 years

• Over 1,000 years

• About 200 years

• Less than 100 years

What was the Byzantine Empire a continuation of?

• Greek Empire

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Egyptian Empire

What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?

• Athens

• Rome

• Constantinople

• Alexandria

Who was Constantinople named after?

• Justinian

• Constantine

• Julius Caesar

• Alexander

In modern times, what is Constantinople known as?

• Istanbul

• Cairo

• Alexandria

• Athens

Why was Constantinople a perfect spot for trade?

• It had many natural resources

• It was located between Europe and Asia

• It was near the Nile River

• It was near the Arctic Circle

What was a major religion in the Byzantine Empire?

• Islam

• Judaism

• Hinduism

• Christianity

How did the Byzantine Empire help preserve knowledge?

• By burning old books

• By copying and protecting ancient texts

• By teaching only religion

• By building factories

What was the Code of Justinian?

• A set of military strategies

• A list of religious rules

• A set of organized laws

• A collection of art

Who led the final attack on Constantinople?

• Julius Caesar

• Sultan Mehmed II

• Alexander the Great

• Emperor Constantine