Constantine and the Byzantine Empire

What significant religious change did Constantine the Great implement during his reign?

• He banned all religions except Christianity.

• He made Christianity a lawful religion in Roman society.

• He declared himself a god.

• He abolished all religious practices.

Where was Constantine the Great born?

• Rome

• Constantinople

• Moesia

• Athens

In what year did Constantine become the sole master of the western half of the Roman Empire?

• 305

• 312

• 324

• 337

What was the Edict of Milan?

• A decree to expand the Roman Empire

• A law to ban Christianity

• A proclamation allowing Christians to practice their religion openly

• A tax reform

What city did Constantine choose as his new capital?

• Rome

• Athens

• Byzantium

• Alexandria

What was the new name given to Byzantium after Constantine made it his capital?

• New Rome

• Constantinople

• Eastern Rome

• Christianopolis

How long did the Eastern, or Byzantine, Empire last after Constantine's move?

• 500 years

• 1,000 years

• 1,500 years

• 2,000 years

Where was Constantine baptized?

• Rome

• Jordan River

• Nicomedia

• Constantinople

In what year did Constantine die?

• 305

• 312

• 324

• 337

Explain how you think Christianity made an impact in Constantine's life.