Topic 8.6/8.7 Byzantine Empire Notes

Define the term: Byzantine.

• Byzantine refers to the Eastern Roman Empire, known for its capital Constantinople and its continuation after the fall of the Western Roman Empire.

• Byzantine refers to a style of ancient Greek pottery.

• Byzantine refers to a medieval European knight.

• Byzantine refers to a type of Roman gladiator.

Define the term: Strait.

• A strait is a narrow body of water that connects two larger bodies of water.
• A strait is a large lake surrounded by land.
• A strait is a type of fish found in oceans.
• A strait is a mountain range separating two regions.

Define the term: Moat.

• A moat is a deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle, fort, or town, typically filled with water and intended as a defense against attack.

• A moat is a tall tower used for observing distant enemies.

• A moat is a secret underground tunnel for escaping a castle.

• A moat is a type of decorative garden found in royal palaces.

Define the term: Missionary.

• A missionary is a person sent on a religious mission, especially one sent to promote Christianity in a foreign country.

• A missionary is a person who studies ancient artifacts.

• A missionary is a person who leads a country.

• A missionary is a person who writes laws for the government.

Define the term: Cyrillic Alphabet.

• A modern alphabet used only in digital communication.
• An ancient script used exclusively for religious texts.
• A type of musical notation used in Eastern Europe.
• The Cyrillic Alphabet is a writing system used for Slavic and some non-Slavic languages, derived from the Greek alphabet.

Define the term: Greek Fire.

• Greek Fire was a flammable weapon used by the Byzantine Empire, especially in naval battles.

• Greek Fire was a type of ancient Greek pottery used for storage.

• Greek Fire was a traditional Greek festival celebrated with fireworks.

• Greek Fire was a popular Greek dish made with lamb and spices.

Define the term: Creed.

• A creed is a formal statement of Christian beliefs, especially the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed.

• A creed is a type of ancient musical instrument used in religious ceremonies.

• A creed is a traditional Christian festival celebrated in spring.

• A creed is a sacred text found in the Old Testament.

Define the term: Pope.

• The Pope is the Bishop of Rome and the leader of the worldwide Catholic Church.

• The Pope is the head of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

• The Pope is a title given to the leader of the Anglican Church.

• The Pope is a religious leader in Buddhism.

Define the term: Icon.

• An icon is a religious work of art, especially in Eastern Christianity, typically a painting of Christ, Mary, or a saint.

• An icon is a type of musical instrument used in religious ceremonies.

• An icon is a traditional dish served during religious festivals.

• An icon is a form of ancient architecture found in Eastern Europe.

Define the term: Great Schism.

• The Great Schism is the conflict between the Catholic Church and the Protestant Reformation.
• The Great Schism is the split between the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches in 1054.
• The Great Schism is the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church.
• The Great Schism refers to the division of the Roman Empire in 395 AD.