1.1 - The Byzantine Empire: Governance and Society
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What city was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?
💡 Hint: Remember the city founded by Constantine.
Who was the emperor known for codifying Roman law?
💡 Hint: Think of his famous legal code.
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What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?
💡 Hint: It's a city named after a famous Roman emperor.
True or False: The Corpus Juris Civilis established a foundation for modern law.
💡 Hint: Think about what the code represents.
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Evaluate the role of the Byzantine legal system in shaping European governance and compare it to another political entity's approach to law.
💡 Hint: Consider how law was enforced in both systems.
Discuss the cultural significance of Byzantine art and architecture in the context of its historical narrative.
💡 Hint: Think about what the artworks conveyed beyond aesthetics.
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