9. Byzantine Practice Flashcard

Front

What was the capital city of the Byzantine Empire?

Back

Constantinople

Front

Who was the emperor responsible for creating a new legal code?

Back

Justinian

Front

What religion was dominant in the Byzantine Empire?

Back

Eastern Orthodox Christianity

Front

What significant event led to the division of the Christian Church?

Back

The Great Schism

Front

What was the name of the famous stadium in Constantinople?

Back

Hippodrome

Front

What is an icon?

Back

A religious painting or sculpture.

Front

What was the primary language of the Byzantine Empire?

Back

Greek

Front

What was the significance of the Hagia Sophia?

Back

It was a great church.

Front

What was the main cause of the Nika Revolt? Options: a) Gladiator Fights, b) Food shortages, c) Religious differences, d) A power struggle between rival factions

Back

A power struggle between rival factions

Front

What was the primary trade route that connected the Byzantine Empire to other civilizations?

Back

The Silk Road