TEST The Byzantine Empire

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How did the fate of the Eastern Roman Empire differ from that of the Western Roman Empire after 476 CE?

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The Eastern Empire continued for nearly 1,000 more years.

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How did external invasions by groups like the Visigoths, Vandals, and Huns affect the Roman Empire?

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They weakened Rome’s borders and stability.

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Why did Rome’s strategy of blending conquered people into the Roman World fail with the Germans?

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The Germans did not integrate well and were often used as mercenaries with little loyalty.

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How did Rome’s reliance on Germanic mercenaries contribute to internal instability in the empire?

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The mercenaries had little loyalty to the empire, which undermined stability.

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Explain the significance of Emperor Constantine moving the capital to Constantinople and embracing Christianity. How did these actions impact the Roman Empire?

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They marked a major transformation in Roman political and religious life

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How did the strengths of the Byzantine Empire contribute to its survival compared to the Western Empire?

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The Byzantine Empire was wealthier, more urbanized, and better defended.

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Analyze how the differences in wealth and urbanization between the Eastern and Western Empires might have affected their ability to defend themselves.

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Greater wealth and urbanization in the East allowed for better defense and stability.

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How did Emperor Justinian leave a lasting legacy that influenced the US Government?

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By codifying Roman law

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What significant event led to Constantine being proclaimed emperor?

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The death of his father in 306 CE

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Explain the political situation that allowed Constantine to consolidate power after being proclaimed emperor.

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The Roman Empire was experiencing a period of political chaos, which allowed him to gain support and authority.