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What was one of the primary reasons for Emperor Constantine I to establish Constantinople?
What was one of the primary reasons for Emperor Constantine I to establish Constantinople?
What significant legal framework did Justinian I establish during his reign?
What significant legal framework did Justinian I establish during his reign?
What event marked the temporary fall of the Western Roman Empire?
What event marked the temporary fall of the Western Roman Empire?
What was a key outcome of the Byzantine-Sassanid War in the 7th century?
What was a key outcome of the Byzantine-Sassanid War in the 7th century?
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Which notable Christian missionaries were known for converting the Slavic peoples?
Which notable Christian missionaries were known for converting the Slavic peoples?
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What characterized the Byzantine Empire's economy throughout its existence?
What characterized the Byzantine Empire's economy throughout its existence?
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What was one consequence of the Plague of Justinian in the 6th century?
What was one consequence of the Plague of Justinian in the 6th century?
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What was a primary factor that led to the fall of the Byzantine Empire in 1453?
What was a primary factor that led to the fall of the Byzantine Empire in 1453?
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Which of the following statements about the Byzantine Empire is correct?
Which of the following statements about the Byzantine Empire is correct?
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During which period did the Byzantine Empire experience a renaissance of growth?
During which period did the Byzantine Empire experience a renaissance of growth?
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Constantinople
Constantinople
Capital city founded by Emperor Constantine I on Byzantium.
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
The Eastern Roman Empire that thrived after the West fell.
Justinian I
Justinian I
Emperor who temporarily reconquered the Western Empire in the 6th century.
Code of Justinian
Code of Justinian
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Migration Period
Migration Period
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Plague of Justinian
Plague of Justinian
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Macedonian Renaissance
Macedonian Renaissance
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Sassanid Empire
Sassanid Empire
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Cyril and Methodius
Cyril and Methodius
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Ottoman Empire
Ottoman Empire
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Study Notes
The Byzantine Empire
- The Byzantine Empire emerged from the Eastern Roman Empire.
- Emperor Constantine moved the capital to Constantinople, a strategic location.
- Constantine's reforms strengthened the Empire's economy and military.
- The Empire split into two halves: East (Byzantine) and West.
- The Migration Period (300-570 CE) caused large-scale movement of Germanic, Gothic, and Slavic peoples into the Roman Empire.
- The Western Roman Empire fell in 485 CE due to invasions and pressure from migrating peoples.
- The Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire, continued for centuries.
- Historians refer to the Eastern Roman Empire as the Byzantines after 485 CE.
- The Byzantine Empire's economy thrived by connecting East and West through trade, including the Silk Road.
- The Plague of Justinian (6th century) and the Black Death (14th century) significantly decreased populations in the region.
- The Byzantine-Sassanid War (602-628 CE) weakened both empires, leading to Arab conquests of parts of the Byzantine Empire later in the 7th century.
- The Byzantine Empire experienced a resurgence during the Macedonian Renaissance (11th-12th century).
- The Byzantine Empire fell after Constantinople was conquered by the Ottoman Empire in 1453.
- Justinian's Code established legal precedents for modern legal systems.
- The Byzantines spread Christianity through missionaries like Cyril and Methodius.
- The Eastern Orthodox Church gained dominance in Eastern Europe due to Byzantine influence.
Invasions of the Roman Empire
- The Roman Empire experienced numerous invasions from various peoples.
- The invasions contributed to the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 485 CE.
- The Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) endured these pressures while maintaining a strong presence in the Mediterranean.
Decline and Fall of the Byzantines
- The Byzantine Empire was initially a powerful economic force connecting the East and West through trade, particularly the Silk Road.
- Plagues like the Plague of Justinian and the Black Death had significant repercussions on its population and infrastructure.
- Conflicts with the Sassanid Empire in the 7th Century severely impacted the Byzantines.
- Conquests by Arab invaders further weakened the empire.
- Although there was a period of renaissance the empire was ultimately falling.
- The Ottoman Empire's conquest of Constantinople in 1453 marked a significant turning point.
Byzantine Empire - 1050
- The Byzantine Empire, centered around Constantinople, held significant territory in the Eastern Mediterranean region.
- Areas shown on map included Italy, parts of Greece, and the Balkans.
Ancient Silk Road
- The Silk Road connected the East and West facilitating trade between regions.
- The routes stretched across continents encompassing various cultures and empires.
Byzantine and Sassanid Empires - 7th Century CE
- Shows the geographical extent of both empires during this time.
- Highlights the interaction and geographic relationship of the two empires and surrounding regions.
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Explore the rise and fall of the Byzantine Empire, its economic strength, and military reforms, and understand the impact of historical events such as the Migration Period and the Plague of Justinian. This quiz will test your knowledge about key figures like Emperor Constantine and the empire's geographic significance.
