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What marked the start of the Byzantine Empire?

The Byzantine Empire started when Constantine moved the Roman capital to Byzantium, later known as Constantinople.

How long did the Byzantine Empire last?

The Byzantine Empire lasted for approximately 1,000 years.

Who conquered Constantinople and in what year?

Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Turks in 1453.

What was Constantinople known for?

Constantinople was a major trade hub on the Black Sea and connected to the Silk Road.

What name did the Turks give to Constantinople?

Constantinople was renamed Istanbul by the Turks.

What language was predominantly used in the Byzantine Empire?

The Greek language was predominantly used, unlike Western Europe which used Latin.

How was the stability of the Byzantine Empire compared to Western Europe?

The Byzantine Empire was generally more stable than Western Europe.

What was the significance of the Silk Monopoly in the Byzantine Empire?

The Byzantines smuggled silkworms out of China to establish their own silk industry.

What gave the Emperor massive economic power in the Byzantine Empire?

The Coin Monopoly allowed only the Empire to mint coins, granting significant economic power to the Emperor.

Who was Justinian I?

Justinian I was a top Byzantine leader from 527 to 565, known for taking back old Roman lands and ruling the Mediterranean.

What is the 'Corpus Juris Civilis'?

The 'Corpus Juris Civilis' is a compilation that cleaned up and organized 1,000 years of Roman laws, serving as the basis for modern law.

What are the four parts of the 'Corpus Juris Civilis'?

The Codex (sorted laws), The Digesta (collected opinions), The Institutiones (textbook for law students), and The Novels (new laws).

What are mosaics?

Mosaics are art pieces made from colored glass pieces.

What is one famous mosaic from the Byzantine Empire?

One famous mosaic of Justinian is located in Basilica San Vitale.

What is the Hagia Sophia?

The Hagia Sophia is a huge cathedral filled with mosaics, which was the world's largest cathedral for 1,000 years.

What happened to the Hagia Sophia in 1453?

It was turned into a mosque in 1453 and is now a museum.

What sparked the Nika Riots?

The Nika Riots were sparked by rival chariot racing teams, the Blues and Greens, who opposed Justinian's high taxes.

What was the outcome of the Nika Riots?

The Nika Riots resulted in the burning of half the city, with military forces killing 30,000 rioters in the Hippodrome.

Who was Empress Theodora?

Empress Theodora was Justinian’s wife, who co-ruled and fought for women’s rights, stopping him from fleeing during the riots.

How did the Byzantine Empire change after Theodora's death?

The Empire went downhill after Empress Theodora's death in 548.