The Rise and Fall of the Byzantine Empire

When did the Byzantine Empire begin?

• 250 AD
• 330 AD
• 500 AD
• 400 AD

Who was the first Christian emperor who moved the capital of the Roman Empire to Constantinople?

• Julius Caesar
• Augustus Caesar
• Constantine

• Nero

What was Constantinople built on the site of?

• An ancient Greek city called Byzantion

• A Roman military outpost

• The ruins of Troy

• A trading post called New Rome

How long did the Byzantine Empire last after Constantine established Constantinople?

• 900 years
• 1500 years
• 1100 years

• 800 years

What impressive feature did the imperial throne in Constantinople have?

• It was made entirely of gold.

• It could be raised high into the air using hydraulic engines.

• It had jewels from every conquered territory.

• It rotated to face different directions.

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a trade or profession in the Byzantine Empire?

• Leatherworking

• Silk manufacturing

• Metalworking

• Fishing

What was the name of the church in the Byzantine Empire that has a dome said to be "hanging on a chain from heaven"?

(a)  

Who was Anna Komnene?

• Anna Komnene was a Byzantine historian and princess.
• Anna Komnene was a Byzantine queen and diplomat.
• Anna Komnene was a medieval poet and artist.
• Anna Komnene was a Roman general and philosopher.

What innovation did Leo the Mathematician create?

• A system of beacons to warn of invading armies.

• The golden birds that could sing.

• The hydraulic engines for the throne.

• The dome of Hagia Sophia.

Who attacked Constantinople in 1203?

• The Ottoman Empire

• an army of French and Venetian Crusaders

• Michael Palaiologos

• The Visigoths