Churches
What did both churches base their beliefs on
They based their beliefs on the Bible and the teachings of Jesus.
What are aqueducts?
Channels that brought fresh water to cities.
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
Augustus.
What weakened the Byzantine Empire after Justinian died?
Debts and the plague.
What art form adorned Byzantine churches?
Mosaics.
What is an icon?
A painting or image used in worship, often depicting Jesus or saints.
What is the Hagia Sophia?
A significant church built during Justinian's reign.
Who was Justinian?
The Byzantine emperor known for reconquering territories and reforming laws.
What were some reasons for the fall of the Roman Empire?
Many ineffective emperors and no effective way to select them.
What religion is based on Jesus' teachings?
Christianity.
Who is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church?
The Pope
What is the significance of mosaics?
They adorned many church walls and ceilings, showcasing art.
What did Constantine do for Christianity?
He made the practice of Christianity legal in the Roman Empire.
What groups invaded the Western Roman Empire?
Visigoths, Vandals, and Huns.
What are epistles?
Letters written by Paul and other apostles to early Christian communities.
What caused the Christian Church to split in 1054?
Disagreements over icons and the Holy Trinity.
What did Diocletian do to the Roman Empire?
He divided the empire into two parts for easier governance.
Who was Diocletian?
An emperor known for dividing the Roman Empire.
What was the Pax Romana?
A period of peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire.
What did the Justinian Code organize?
The laws of the Byzantine Empire.
What role did Theodora play in the Byzantine Empire?
She was Justinian's wife and co-ruler, influential in politics.
What was the Colosseum used for?
It was a giant arena for public entertainment, such as gladiator fights.
What actions did Basil II take?
He restored many of Constantinople's buildings and strengthened trade.
What was one of the reasons for the division of the Roman Empire?
It was too big to defend and govern.
What were the two parts of the divided Roman Empire?
Eastern and Western Empires.