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Byzantine Empire . Do Now (U5D5) January 7, 2013. After reading the partial outline, fill in the missing pieces on the outline. Homework: Review all the documents from today, then answer the homework question attached on the website. .
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Do Now (U5D5)January 7, 2013 • After reading the partial outline, fill in the missing pieces on the outline. • Homework: Review all the documents from today, then answer the homework question attached on the website.
Pivotal Question 1: How was the Byzantine Empire’s power linked to the city of Constantinople?
Constantinople • As German invaders pounded Western Rome, Constantine rebuilt the Greek city of Byzantium • Changed the name of Byzantium to Constantinople • 330 AD: Constantine made Constantinople the new capital of the Roman Empire
Constantinople • Located on the shores of the Bosporus, a strait that linked the Mediterranean and Black Seas • Guarded on three sides by water • Later emperors built sea walls for more protection • Became Europe’s busiest marketplace
The Great Palace of Constantinople • At the center of the city, Byzantine emperors and empresses lived in splendor • Lived in 200,000 sq/ft great palace • Located next to the Hippodrome, a large chariot racing arena
Pivotal Question 2: How did the Emperor Justinian (r. 527-565) demonstrate total control over the Byzantine Empire?
Discuss PQ2 with your partner • Pivotal Question 2: How did the Emperor Justinian (r. 527-565) demonstrate total control over the Byzantine Empire?
Pivotal Question 3: How did Justinian develop the security and power of the Byzantine Empire?
Discuss PQ3 with your partner(s) • Pivotal Question 3: How did Justinian develop the security and power of the Byzantine Empire?
Summary Question • Did Justinian revive the old Roman Empire or create a new Byzantine Empire? Why?