Justinian's Code Analyzed

Justinian's Code Analyzed

Assessment

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Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emily McEntire

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary aim of Justinian's Code, also known as the Corpus Juris Civilis?

To distill Roman legal thought into a coherent framework

To create a new language for legal proceedings

To abolish slavery in the Roman Empire

To establish a new religion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which language was Justinian's Code written in, despite Greek being the prevalent language?

Latin

Greek

Italian

French

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the Codex Constitutionum within Justinian's Code?

It encapsulated imperial edicts and legal principles

It introduced new religious doctrines

It was a collection of philosophical essays

It was a guide for military strategies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which institution became a center for studying Justinian's Code, influencing legal education in Europe?

The University of Bologna

The University of Paris

The University of Oxford

The University of Rome

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of law did the Codex Justinianus address that reflected a concern for public good?

Treatment of slaves

Taxation policies

Military conscription

Trade regulations