Byzantine Empire Study Guide

The Byzantine Empire was known for:

• Its vast territorial expansion

• Its rich cultural and architectural heritage

• Its dominance in maritime trade

• Its early adoption of democracy

What was Constantinople's role in the Byzantine Empire?

• Capital city and cultural hub

• A small trading post

• A military outpost

• A religious retreat

Justinian was known for:

• His achievements as the greatest Byzantine emperor

• His contributions to modern science

• His exploration of the New World

• His leadership in the French Revolution

Theodora was a significant figure in the Byzantine Empire. What was her contribution?

• She was a famous general who led the Byzantine army to numerous victories.

• She was a renowned architect who designed the Hagia Sophia.

• She was an influential empress who advocated for women's rights and social reforms.

• She was a celebrated poet whose works are still studied today.

Which Byzantine emperor is featured in the image?

• Diocletian

• Constantine

• Justinian

• Caesar Augustus

What type of art technique was used in the image where small pieces of glass, tile, and stone were mixed together to create an image?

• Mosiac

• Calligraphy

• Hippodromia

• Byzantium

The Law of the 12 Tables were:

• A set of laws inscribed on bronze tablets created in ancient Rome

• A collection of religious texts from ancient Greece

• A series of philosophical essays from the Renaissance

• A compilation of medieval European folklore

Justinian's Code is:

• A collection of laws that organized old Roman laws

• A famous painting

• A type of ancient architecture

• A musical composition

What was the largest Christian church in the Byzantine Empire?

• Hagia Sophia

• St. Peter's Basilica

• Notre-Dame Cathedral

• St. Mark's Basilica

The Hippodrome in Constantinople was used for:

• Chariot races and public events

• Religious ceremonies

• Military training

• Market trading