The Byzantine Empire Rises and Fallss quick check
1. What factors contributed to the rise of the Byzantine Empire?
- The strategic location of Constantinople, which made it a key trading hub between Europe and Asia.
- The strong military defenses of the empire, including the Theodosian Walls that protected Constantinople.
- The continuity of Roman traditions and institutions in the Byzantine Empire.
- The adoption of Christianity as the state religion, which provided a unifying force for the empire.
2. What factors led to the decline and eventual fall of the Byzantine Empire?
- The constant attacks and invasions by neighboring empires, such as the Persians and the Arabs.
- Internal power struggles and political instability within the empire.
- Economic decline and financial difficulties, including coinage devaluation and population decline.
- The Fourth Crusade in 1204, which resulted in the sacking of Constantinople and weakened the empire significantly.