SS Byzantine People

Question 1

Justinian

Answer 1

Emperor of Eastern Roman empire. When he was in power, many great advancements were made in art, architecture, law and religion. But he was almost overthrown and was known as a violent leader.

Question 2

Theodora

Answer 2

Stopped Emperor Justinian from running away, shamed him to stay. Helped write laws for women’s rights included in the Justinian Code.

Question 3

Belisarius

Answer 3

Strong general in the Byzantine Empire. Protected Justinian during the revolt, killed thousands of rioters and executed (killed) the new emperor, Hypatius.

Question 4

Cyril and Methodius

Answer 4

Two brothers who spread Christianity. Created an alphabet, Cyrillic, in order to teach Christianity.
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Question 5

Christians

Answer 5

People who follow Christianity, a religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
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Question 6

Germanic Tribes

Answer 6

Were strong fighters responsible for the collapse of the Western Roman Empire.

Question 7

Barbarians

Answer 7

A word used to describe people who were not from Rome — foreigners / outsiders.
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Question 8

Leo III

Answer 8

Emperor of the East (Constantinople). Sent soldiers to destroy icons during Iconoclastic Controversy.

Question 9

Constantine

Answer 9

Capital city of Constantinople is named after this Emperor. He made the East strong.
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