Byzantine Empire Quiz

Who were Justinian and Theodora?

• Greek King and Queen

• Egyptian Pharaoh and Queen

• Byzantine Emperor and Empress

• Western Roman Emperor and Empress

What is the Hagia Sophia?

• A natural wonder in the Amazon rainforest.

• A historic architectural marvel in Istanbul, Turkey.

• A famous opera house in Vienna, Austria.

• A popular beach resort in the Caribbean.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Byzantine Art and Architecture?

• Use of mosaics and rich decoration

• Absence of religious themes

• Predominance of sculptures

• Minimal use of decoration

When did the Fall of Constantinople occur?

• June 29, 1453

• May 29, 1453

• May 29, 1452

• April 29, 1453

What was the significance of Justinian's Code?

• It was a religious text that influenced the spread of Christianity in Europe.

• It was a collection of laws and legal interpretations that had a significant impact on the development of legal systems in Europe.

• It was a collection of poems and literature that shaped European culture.

• It was a military strategy that helped Justinian conquer new territories.

Which emperor ordered the construction of the Hagia Sophia?

• Alexander the Great

• Julius Caesar

• Justinian I

• Nero

What was the purpose of the Hagia Sophia?

• To serve as a cathedral and later as a mosque

• To serve as a marketplace and later as a theater

• To serve as a library and later as a museum

• To serve as a palace and later as a prison

What led to the decline of the Byzantine Empire?

• Trade expansion, military victories, and social stability.

• External invasions, internal conflicts, and economic decline.

• Religious conflicts, cultural assimilation, and population decline.

• Natural disasters, technological advancements, and political reforms.

Match the following

• Dynasty

• A succession of rulers from the same family.

• Commerce

• The buying and selling of goods

• Acquainted Cultures

• Cultures that come into contact with each other

• Monotheism

• A belief in one god.

Answer explanation

A picture or design made from small pieces of colored material, usually quartz or glass, embedded in plaster.

• stained glass
• collage
• etching
• mosaic