Quiz on the Byzantine Empire

What marked the beginning of the Byzantine Empire?

• The fall of Constantinople

• The split of the Roman Empire

• The reign of Justinian I

• The establishment of the Eastern Orthodox Church

How long did the Byzantine Empire last after the fall of Rome?

• 500 years

• 1,000 years

• 2,000 years

• 1,500 years

Which two churches developed differently over time?

• Anglican and Roman Catholic

• Eastern Orthodox and Protestant

• Lutheran and Eastern Orthodox

• Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox

What was a key defensive feature of Constantinople?

• Open plains

• High mountains

• Surrounded by water

• Thick forests

What was Constantinople's role in trade?

• It only traded with Africa

• It was a hub for sea and overland trade

• It was isolated from trade routes

• It focused solely on land trade

Who was Justinian I?

• A famous architect

• A Byzantine emperor

• A religious leader

• A military general

What event sparked the revolt in 532 C.E.?

• A famine in the city

• The arrest of chariot racing team members

• A foreign invasion

• A natural disaster

What did Justinian do after the revolt was crushed?

• He fled the city

• He declared war on neighboring empires

• He abdicated the throne

• He rebuilt Constantinople

What was the Hagia Sophia?

• A palace

• A public bath

• A famous church

• A military fort

Which territories did Justinian seek to reclaim?

• Parts of North Africa, Italy, and Spain

• Only Italy

• Only North Africa

• All of Europe