Justinian Code

The video explores five key aspects of Justinian the Great's reign in the Byzantine Empire. It covers his rise to power, the legal reforms known as the Code of Justinian, the influence of his wife Empress Theodora, the construction of the Hagia Sophia, and his military campaigns to reconquer former Roman territories. Each section highlights Justinian's impact on law, architecture, and the expansion of the Byzantine Empire.

What was Justinian's relationship to his predecessor, Justin I?

• He was unrelated to Justin I.

• He was Justin I's brother.

• He was Justin I's nephew.

• He was Justin I's son.

What was the primary aim of the Code of Justinian?

• To build new architectural wonders.

• To establish a new religion.

• To reform and clarify Byzantine law.

• To expand the empire's territory.

Which part of the Code of Justinian served as a textbook for law students?

• The Novels

• The Institutes

• The Digest

• The Codex

What was Empress Theodora's background before marrying Justinian?

• She was a scholar.

• She was a noblewoman.

• She was a dancer and performer.

• She was a military leader.

How did Theodora influence the outcome of the Nika riots?

• She negotiated with the rioters.

• She led the military forces.

• She persuaded Justinian to flee.

• She convinced Justinian to stay and fight.

What was the Hagia Sophia originally built as?

• A fortress

• A palace

• A cathedral

• A museum

What happened to the Hagia Sophia after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople?

• It was destroyed.

• It became a government building.

• It was converted into a mosque.

• It remained a cathedral.

Which general was primarily responsible for Justinian's military campaigns?

• Theodosius

• Constantine

• Augustus

• Belisarius

What was Justinian's goal in his military campaigns?

• To establish a new capital.

• To reconquer parts of the Western Roman Empire.

• To expand into Asia.

• To defend against the Persians.

Which territory was first reconquered by Justinian's forces?

• Spain

• Italy

• Greece

• Africa