Justinian The Great Flashcards
What was Justinian I’s title?
Emperor of the Byzantine Empire
True or False: Justinian I ruled from 527 to 565 AD.
True
What is the name of the legal code that Justinian compiled?
Corpus Juris Civilis or Justinian Code
Fill in the blank: Justinian is known for his efforts to restore the __________ Empire.
Roman
Which major construction project is Justinian known for?
Hagia Sophia
Who was Justinian’s wife, known for her intelligence and political influence?
Theodora
What was one of Justinian’s significant military campaigns?
The reconquest of parts of the Western Roman Empire
True or False: Justinian promoted the use of Latin over Greek in the Byzantine Empire.
False
What year did Justinian become emperor?
527 AD
Which plague significantly affected Justinian’s reign?
The Plague of Justinian
What was the primary purpose of the Nika Riots?
To challenge Justinian’s authority and governance
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a focus of Justinian’s reforms? A) Military B) Law C) Education D) Agriculture
D) Agriculture
What was the significance of the Church of the Holy Wisdom, also known as Hagia Sophia?
It was a symbol of the Byzantine Empire and Christian architecture.
True or False: Justinian’s reign is often considered a golden age for the Byzantine Empire.
True
What was one of Justinian’s key goals during his reign?
To unify and strengthen the empire
Fill in the blank: Justinian’s legal reforms included the simplification of __________ law.
Roman
Who was the general that played a crucial role in Justinian’s military campaigns?
Belisarius
What was the outcome of the Nika Riots for Justinian?
He solidified his power by suppressing the riots.
True or False: Justinian established a centralized bureaucracy in the Byzantine Empire.
True
What was Justinian’s approach to religious matters?
He sought to unify Christianity under the Orthodox faith.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following territories was recaptured during Justinian’s reign? A) Egypt B) Gaul C) Britain D) Hispania
A) Egypt
What was the impact of the Plague of Justinian on the Byzantine Empire?
It caused significant population loss and economic decline.
Fill in the blank: Justinian commissioned the __________ to codify and organize existing Roman laws.
Corpus Juris Civilis
What was one of the cultural achievements during Justinian’s rule?
The flourishing of Byzantine art and architecture.
True or False: Justinian was known for his tolerance of different religious practices.
False
What year did Justinian die?
565 AD
