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Byzantine Empire
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- 1Why was Constantinople a vital part of the empire?It was a good harbor used for land and sea trade and was well guarded on three sides due to being on the shore.
- 2What are icons and why are they important?Holy images
They are important because the two branches of Christianity had a dispute over the use of them. The emperor outlawed them, thus setting off violent battles and made the Byzantines resent the pope. - 3What is Hagia Sophia and what two religions used it as a place of worship?It is a church with an arching dome and a beautiful interior. It means " Holy Wisdom." The Christians and the Muslims used it at different moments in history.
- 4What is an autocrat?A sole ruler with complete authority over everything spiritual and political. Justinian was also considered Christ's co-ruler due to having complete control.
- 5How did artists contribute to the Byzantine Empire?They made icons, mosaics, and blended Greek, Roman, Persian, and other Middle eastern styles in architecture.
- 6Why did Constantinople become the capital?The Romans shifted their base to the eastern Mediterranean due to German invaders. Constantine rebuilt Byzantium and renamed it Constantinople.
- 7Why is Theodora important?She was the wife, co-ruler, and adviser of Justinian. She talked Justinian out of leaving Constantinople during the revolts, resulting in him keeping his power.
- 8How did the Venetian merchants gain control of trade? What did their control of trade cause?They talked the knights of the fourth crusade to attack Constantinople. The merchants being in control of trade caused Constantinople to lose its wealth.
- 9How did eastern and western Christianity differ?Eastern: had Patriarch as leader, clergy could marry, Greek language, main holy day was Easter
Western: had Pope as leader, clergy can't marry, Latin language, main holy day is Christmas - 10What were the strengths of the Byzantine military- soldiers, ships, and sailors protected the empire
-fortification protected the capital
- used Greek fire that was used as a terrifying weapon
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