Byzantine Empire Overview

Byzantine Empire Overview

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History

10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Benjamin Little

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was Justinian’s Code?

Back

Law code that served as the basis for legal basis for criminal justice, marriage, property, slavery and women’s rights.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was Theodora? Why was she important?

Back

Theodora was Emperor Justinian’s wife. She recognized the rights of women. She passed strict laws to prohibit the trafficking of young girls and altering the divorce laws to give greater benefits to women.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Describe the significance of the Hagia Sophia

Back

Byzantine royal families used Hagia Sophia as their main place of worship. Was an Eastern Orthodox Church but became a Mosque after the Ottomans took over.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Describe Byzantine Art & Architecture

Back

The art & architecture: Ornate, gold plated domes, Roman-style baths, & ornate marble is influential for many structures today.

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