Byzantine Empire Intro (Quiz)

What was the capital city of the Byzantine Empire?

• Paris

• Constantinople

• Athens

• Rome

Who was the ruler of the Byzantine Empire known for his codification of Roman law?

• Constantine the Great

• Justinian I

• Nero

• Augustus

What culture did the Byzantine Empire preserve?

• Persian

• Greek

• Germanic

• Celtic

What important contributions were made in art and architecture in the Byzantine Empire?

• Baroque art

• Renaissance architecture

• Mosaic art

• Gothic architecture

What unique geography did the capital city, Constantinople, possess?

• Surrounded by mountains

• Located on an island

• Situated in a desert

• Connected to the mainland by a narrow strait