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What was the main reason the Eastern Roman Empire was safer from attack?
What was the main reason the Eastern Roman Empire was safer from attack?
- The wealth and control it had over its lands
- Its location, surrounded by water on most sides and strong walls (correct)
- Its friendly relationship with neighboring empires
- The size of its army and military strength
Who was one of the great rulers of the Byzantine Empire known for expanding its territories?
Who was one of the great rulers of the Byzantine Empire known for expanding its territories?
- Justinian I (correct)
- Constantine the Great
- Theodora
- Basil II
What did the term 'iconoclasm' refer to during a certain point in the Byzantine Empire's history?
What did the term 'iconoclasm' refer to during a certain point in the Byzantine Empire's history?
- The expansion of the empire's territories through military conquest
- The prohibition of treating items or paintings as holy (correct)
- The establishment of a golden age for the Byzantine Empire
- The dominance of religious images in everyday life
Which group of people played an important role in promoting Christianity and aiding in various aspects of everyday life in the Byzantine Empire?
Which group of people played an important role in promoting Christianity and aiding in various aspects of everyday life in the Byzantine Empire?
What were the Crusades a series of wars fought between?
What were the Crusades a series of wars fought between?
What ancient Greek city does the word 'Byzantine' come from?
What ancient Greek city does the word 'Byzantine' come from?
Who chose Byzantium as the new Roman capital and called it Constantinople?
Who chose Byzantium as the new Roman capital and called it Constantinople?
What language did many of the people in the Eastern Roman Empire speak, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians?
What language did many of the people in the Eastern Roman Empire speak, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians?
After the death of Constantine, how did the Roman Empire split?
After the death of Constantine, how did the Roman Empire split?
Which emperor made Christianity the official religion of Rome?
Which emperor made Christianity the official religion of Rome?
What was the ancient Greek city that the word 'Byzantine' comes from?
What was the ancient Greek city that the word 'Byzantine' comes from?
What language did many people in the Eastern Roman Empire speak, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians?
What language did many people in the Eastern Roman Empire speak, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians?
Who made Christianity the official religion of Rome and chose Byzantium as the new Roman capital?
Who made Christianity the official religion of Rome and chose Byzantium as the new Roman capital?
What caused the split of the Roman Empire into the Eastern Roman Empire and the Western Roman Empire?
What caused the split of the Roman Empire into the Eastern Roman Empire and the Western Roman Empire?
Which geographical regions were included in the Byzantine Empire?
Which geographical regions were included in the Byzantine Empire?
What was the main reason for the Eastern Roman Empire being safer from attack?
What was the main reason for the Eastern Roman Empire being safer from attack?
Who was one of the great rulers of the Byzantine Empire known for expanding its territories?
Who was one of the great rulers of the Byzantine Empire known for expanding its territories?
What did iconoclasm refer to during a certain point in the Byzantine Empire's history?
What did iconoclasm refer to during a certain point in the Byzantine Empire's history?
What language did many people in the Eastern Roman Empire speak, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians?
What language did many people in the Eastern Roman Empire speak, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians?
Who were the strongest enemies of the Byzantine Empire, known for attacking about 1,400 years ago?
Who were the strongest enemies of the Byzantine Empire, known for attacking about 1,400 years ago?
Which group of people played an important role in promoting Christianity and aiding in various aspects of everyday life in the Byzantine Empire?
Which group of people played an important role in promoting Christianity and aiding in various aspects of everyday life in the Byzantine Empire?
What was the Church of Holy Wisdom, or Hagia Sophia, famous for during the rule of Justinian I?
What was the Church of Holy Wisdom, or Hagia Sophia, famous for during the rule of Justinian I?
What was a significant event that occurred in the Byzantine Empire more than 1000 years ago?
What was a significant event that occurred in the Byzantine Empire more than 1000 years ago?
In wars between Christian and Islamic armies about 900 years ago, what were the Crusades a series of?
In wars between Christian and Islamic armies about 900 years ago, what were the Crusades a series of?
What role did western kingdoms play in supporting the Byzantines during wars with the Turks?
What role did western kingdoms play in supporting the Byzantines during wars with the Turks?
Study Notes
Founding and Geography
- Byzantium was an ancient Greek city, and the word 'Byzantine' comes from it.
- The Byzantine Empire, also known as the Eastern Roman Empire, included geographical regions such as Asia Minor, southeastern Europe, and parts of North Africa.
- The capital city, Constantinople, was strategically located, making it harder to attack.
Rulers and Religion
- Constantine chose Byzantium as the new Roman capital and called it Constantinople.
- Constantine made Christianity the official religion of Rome.
- Justinian I was a great ruler known for expanding the empire's territories.
- The Church of Holy Wisdom, or Hagia Sophia, was famous for its architectural grandeur during Justinian's rule.
Language and Identity
- Many people in the Eastern Roman Empire spoke Greek, despite identifying themselves as Romans and Christians.
Threats and Conflicts
- The strongest enemies of the Byzantine Empire were the Turks, who attacked about 1,400 years ago.
- The Crusades were a series of wars fought between Christian and Islamic armies about 900 years ago.
- Western kingdoms played a supporting role in aiding the Byzantines during wars with the Turks.
Culture and Society
- Monasteries played an important role in promoting Christianity and aiding in various aspects of everyday life in the Byzantine Empire.
- Iconoclasm referred to the controversy over the use of icons in the Byzantine Empire during a certain period.
Imperial History
- After Constantine's death, the Roman Empire split into the Eastern Roman Empire and the Western Roman Empire.
- The main reason for the Eastern Roman Empire being safer from attack was its strategic location.
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Test your knowledge about the history, culture, and legacy of the Byzantine Empire that spanned over 1,700 years across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Learn about Emperor Justinian, art, literature, and the transition from the Roman Empire to the Byzantine Empire.
