Byzantine Flashcards
1
Q
The Roman Empire split in half because….
A
It was split because the borders were too hard to protect. Also the empire was too big, so communicating was hard.
2
Q
What was the set of laws that Justinian made?
A
The Justinian code
3
Q
The Justinian code implemented…
A
Equality in all citizens
4
Q
Some laws nowadays are based on…
A
The Justinian code
5
Q
Which was the capital of the byzantine empire?
A
Constantinople
6
Q
What were the nika riots?
A
They were a revolt against Justinian
7
Q
When did the riots happen?
A
532ad
8
Q
The Justinian plague occurred from when to when?
A
541-750ad
9
Q
Which was the bacteria that caused the plague?
A
Yersinia Pestis
10
Q
Who moved to Constantinople to make it as a capital of the east Roman Empire?
A
Constantine
