The Roman Empire, Continued

The video explores the Byzantine identity, emphasizing its self-perception as a continuation of the Roman Empire, with Constantinople as the 'New Rome.' It highlights the continuity of Roman institutions and law, particularly through Justinianic law, which preserved knowledge of earlier Roman legal practices. The video also discusses the significant Greek influence in the Eastern Roman Empire, a legacy of Alexander the Great's conquests, making Greek the language of administration and power.

How did the Byzantine Empire view itself in relation to the Roman Empire?

• As a rival to the Roman Empire

• As a continuation of the Roman Empire

• As a completely separate entity

• As a temporary successor to the Roman Empire

What was Constantinople referred to as in the context of the Roman Empire?

• Old Rome

• Eastern Rome

• Third Rome

• New Rome

What aspect of Roman culture was continuously used and evolved in the Byzantine Empire?

• Architectural styles

• Legal system

• Religious practices

• Military tactics

Which language became dominant in the eastern part of the Roman Empire due to historical conquests?

• Latin

• Greek

• Persian

• Aramaic

Why was Greek considered the language of power in the Byzantine Empire?

• It was the language of the common people

• It was used by the military

• It was the language of religious texts

• It was the language of administration and the educated elite