This set of Byzantine laws was based on the Roman twelve tables. It is one of the greatest contributions of the Byzantine Empire to European and other legal systems.
What is the Justinian Code?
100
During the reign of Justinian, these works of art were developed. They represent one of the greatest artistic achievements of the time.
What are hams
100
The leader of the Rus who took control of Novgorod in 862 C.E.
Who was Rurik?
100
After the fall of Constantinople, this Russian city was proclaimed as the third Rome, with a mission to bring orthodox Christianity to the world.
What is Moscow?
200
These members of the Christian Church opposed the use of icons in Christian worship.
Who were the Iconoclasts?
200
This wife of the emperor Justinian convinced him to defend Constantinople during the Nika revolt.
Who was Theodora The prostitute
200
These councils of nobles helped the princes to rule Kievan Russia.
Who were boyars?
200
This fertile, treeless region of Russia is good for agriculture because of its rich, black soil.
What is the steppe?
300
In the Byzantine Empire, the government was ruled by this leader, who was all-powerful.
What is an emperor?
300
This barbaric group captured most of Asia Minor, weakening the Byzantine Empire.
Who were the Seljuq Turks?
300
This Russian leader converted to Christianity, becoming the first Christian ruler of Kievan Russia.
Who was Vladimir I?
300
In order to maintain peace with the Russians, the Mongols demanded this.
What are high taxes?
400
This religious leader became the head of the Christian Church in the East.
Who is the patriarch of Constantinople?
400
This cathedral in Constantinople is an example of the architectural achievements of the Byzantines.
What is the Hagia Sophia?
400
This agricultural region of Russia is known for its forests, cold, rainy weather and short growing seasons.
What is the taiga?
400
With the reign of Ivan III, Russia became an independent state with this type of government?
What is an absolute monarchy?
500
The Eastern Orthodox Church was originally established to protest the use of these. Today, they are accepted.
What are icons?
500
These invaders captured Constantinople in 1453, ending the Byzantine Empire.
Who were the Ottoman Turks?
500
This Russian ruler was named the first Great Prince of the Russians by the Mongols in the 1300s C.E.
Who was Ivan the Great (Ivan I)?
500
This title was derived from the word "caesar", emphasizing the connection Russians felt with the Roman Empire. It was first used by Ivan IV - or Ivan the Terrible.