Byzantine Empire and Trade

What was one of the most popular imports from China to Rome?

• Grains

• Silk

• Incense

• Spices

How was trade generally perceived by the Byzantine upper classes?

• Encouraged

• Somewhat undignified

• Neutral

• Highly esteemed

What was a major challenge for Byzantine trade with China?

• Poor quality goods

• Persian conflicts

• High tariffs

• Lack of demand

Why did Justinian monopolize the silk industry?

• To promote private merchants

• To ensure market survival

• To increase taxes

• To reduce silk quality

Which regions, besides China, were part of the Byzantine trade network?

• Antarctica

• South America

• Australia and New Zealand

• Japan and Korea