12 Questions
What was the reason for Constantinople becoming a wealthy city?
Its strategic location on the Mediterranean Sea for trade
What architectural innovation did Justinian implement in the construction of Hagia Sophia to support the dome's weight?
Suspended the dome on four legs with pendentives
How did the Byzantines transform Hagia Sophia when converting it into a mosque?
Covered the mosaics as Islamic culture prohibits displaying such imagery
Why was San Vitale considered a smaller version of Hagia Sophia?
Similar architectural features and design influenced by Justinian
What impact did the fall of Rome have on Europe during the Early Middle Ages?
Stagnation of culture as Europe entered a period of instability
Which empire was established in the east after the Roman Empire's split into two parts?
The Byzantine Empire
What did Tacitus want to do with the Germanii?
Move in and live with them
What happened to the two Roman legions that entered the Tutor bird forest?
They never re-emerged from the forest
Why did the Germanii tribes believe in 'crazy stories' about the Roman armor they found?
They were superstitious and believed in supernatural explanations
What was the primary value of the Germanii tribes, according to the text?
Fighting and warfare
How did the Germanii tribes organize themselves for battle?
They formed a wedge formation with the chief leading the charge
What was the primary criterion for choosing the chief of the Germanii tribes?
Physical strength and intimidation
Learn about the preservation of Roman heritage by the Byzantine Empire and the transition of power from the Roman Empire to the dual monarchy system. Explore the impact of barbarian tribes, the division of the Western and Eastern halves, and the wealth of the Byzantine Empire.
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