Byzantine Empire Flashcard

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What was the eastern half of the Roman Empire known as after 476 CE?

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Byzantine Empire

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What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?

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Constantinople

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Which traditions did the Byzantine Empire blend?

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Roman, Greek, and Christian

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In what year was Constantinople founded by Emperor Constantine I?

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330 CE

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Which key trade routes did the Byzantine Empire control?

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The Silk Road and access to the Mediterranean and Black Seas

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What was the strategic position of the Byzantine Empire known for?

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Making it a wealthy and powerful empire

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What role did Christianity play in the Byzantine Empire?

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It played a significant role in the development of Christianity.

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Which language replaced Latin as the main language in the Byzantine Empire?

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Greek

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What was the focus of education in the Byzantine Empire?

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Religion, Greek philosophy, and Roman law

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Where was the Byzantine Empire located?

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At the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa