Byzantine Near East Quiz Review

Constantine supported Christianity in the Byzantine Empire by building churches.

Why is Theodosius important?

Who is the main prophet of Islam?

What is the central issue of the split between Sunni & Shi'ite Muslims?

What is the main method Jesus Christ used to teach his followers?

Constantine supported Christianity in the Byzantine Empire by putting Christian symbols on coins.

In the Byzantine Empire, Diocletian & Maximian did many things to try to save the empire.

Why is Justinian's Code a big deal?

After the Abbasids, the Seljuk Turks took over. Who conquered them?

Which is NOT a way the Umayyads promoted stability during their rule?

Who issued the Edict of Milan?

When did the Umayyads come to power?

The Abbasids moved the capital of the Islamic Empire to this city.

Before Muhammad began to spread Islam, what religion had most of the Arabian tribes follow?

The Umayyads moved the capital of the Islamic Empire to this city.

After Justinian died, what problems beset the Byzantine Empire?

Constantine supported Christianity in the Byzantine Empire by making Sunday a day of rest.

Who commissioned (ordered to be built) the Hagia Sophia?

How did geography help the Byzantine Empire prosper?

What message did Muhammad receive from the angel Gabriel?

Which person was MOST responsible for spreading the Christian faith?

Who was Justinian's wife?

In 1453, who invaded Constantinople & gained control of the Byzantine Empire?

What caused the Hijrah - when Muhammad fled to Medina?

Christianity developed in which communities?