Lesson 25

Question 1

Define the term Byzantine Empire. How did it begin?

Answer 1

The Eastern half of the Roman Empire. It began when Emperor Constantine split the Roman Empire into an Eastern and western half.

Question 2

What are 3 problems that led to the collapse of the Roman Empire?

Answer 2

Corruption, Division, and Invasion

Question 3

Who was Constantine? What did he do that was significant?

Answer 3

Constantine was a Roman Empire. He was the first Christian emperor and legalized Christianity.

Question 4

What eventually happened to the Western Roman Empire?

Answer 4

A Germanic leader staged a revolt and deposed the Emperor

Question 5

What eventually happened to the Eastern Roman Empire?

Answer 5

It survived a millennia ending with the Ottoman conquests

Question 6

Describe different forms of Roman art:

Answer 6

Frescoes are mural paintings on lime plaster. Cameos is a carving technique and usually produces jewelry.

Question 7

Describe different forms of ancient Roman architecture and engineering:

Answer 7

An aqueduct is a form of pipe used to quickly transport water. Romans build very durable roads

Question 8

Describe Latin language and numbers and how they apply to us today.

Answer 8

Latin words contain roots in many languages used today. Latin numbers are used now in things like clocks, sundials, watches, and books.

Question 9

Describe important ideas of Roman philosophy and law

Answer 9

Natural law, Stoicism, equality, fair trial, citizenship not based on status or race.