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The fragmentation of the ancient world

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    Level 2º ESO
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  • Between 527 and 565, some of the western provinces that had been lost in the division of the ancient Roman Empire were reconquered. True or false?
    true
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  • Under Justinian, the Byzantine Empire had to retreat to its eastern zone. True or false?
    false
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  • Justinian compiled Roman law in twelve books. True or false?
    true
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  • In the 7th and 8th centuries, Byzantium enjoyed a new period of prosperity known as the second golden age. True or false?
    False
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  • From the 11th century, Byzantium slowly began to fall apart as a result of attacks by the Turkish armies at their borders. True or false?
    true
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  • The Byzantine Empire was conquered in 1054, with the fall of Constantinople. True or false?
    false
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  • Basileus was considered the highest authority in Christianity. Eastern or Western Church?
    Eastern Church (Orthodox)
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  • The emperor summoned the councils and appointed the Patriarch of Constantinople. Eastern or Western Church?
    Eastern Church (Orthodox)
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  • The Pope was the bishop of Rome. Eastern or Western Church?
    Western Church
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  • The most important religious building of this church is St. Sophia. Eastern or Western Church?
    Eastern Church (Orthodox)
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  • Priests could marry. Eastern or western Church?
    Eastern Church (Orthodox)
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  • Icons were off particular importance. Eastern or western Church?
    eastern Church (Orthodox)
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  • Byzantine art was inspired by...
    the main characteristics of Greco-Roman and eastern art.
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  • Of particular importance in Byzantine art were....
    icons, religious images made from an original prototype. They were painted on wood panels and were brightly coloured.
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  • Say which Frankish king took part in the following events: Defeated the Muslims moving towards France:
    Charles Martel .
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  • Say which Frankish king took part in the following events: Established his court in Aachen:
    Charlemagne .
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