Unit 1

Which empire conquered Constantinople, leading to its fall?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Persian Empire

• Mongol Empire

The Great Schism in 1054 led to the division of Christianity into which two branches?

• Protestant and Catholic

• Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic

• Anglican and Lutheran

• Coptic and Armenian

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Byzantine art?

• Realism and perspective

• Abstract and cubism

• Icons and mosaics

• Impressionism and light

What is the primary language used in the liturgy of the Eastern Orthodox Church?

• Latin

• Greek

• Hebrew

• Aramaic

Which architectural feature is most associated with Byzantine churches?

• Flying buttresses

• Domes

• Spires

• Pyramids

Which city was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?

• Rome

• Athens

• Constantinople

• Alexandria

What was the name of the church built by Emperor Justinian I in Constantinople, known for its massive dome?

• St. Peter's Basilica

• Hagia Sophia

• Notre Dame

• Westminster Abbey

Which of the following was a major trade route that passed through the Byzantine Empire?

• Silk Road

• Trans-Saharan Route

• Amber Road

• Spice Route

What was the primary reason for the Great Schism between the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches?

• Disagreement over the use of icons

• Political conflicts

• Differences in language

• Dispute over papal authority

Which of the following was a significant contribution of Byzantine art to the world?

• Frescoes

• Mosaics

• Oil painting

• Watercolor