Social Studies-Byzantine Empire 7 Flashcards
1
Q
How was the Byzantine Empire different from the ancient Roman Empire
A
Christianity was central to the Byzantine empire
2
Q
Which is the main reason Justinian is remembered
A
He conquered vast territories in the west
3
Q
How did Greek fire help the Byzantine empire
A
They could burn ships even in water
4
Q
Which statement best explains the origin of the term Byzantine
A
Historians needed a name for the surviving eastern Roman Empire
5
Q
Which was the most important way Byzantine culture spread to Eastern Europe
A
Byzantine missionaries brought the culture to Eastern Europe
