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The Middle ages!
| -*questions!! | -*answers!! |
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| When did Justinian rule the Byzantine Empire, and what was his most important achievement? | Justinian ruled the Byzantine Empire from 527 to 565 A.D. His most important achievement was the reform of Roman law, known as Justinian's Code. |
| What were the reasons for the decline of the Byzantine Empire? | 1. The plague reduced the population significantly. 2. Constant attacks and invasions weakened the empire. 3. The Ottoman Empire eventually conquered the Byzantine Empire by 1453. |
| What are the main contributions and legacy of the Byzantine Empire? | The legacy and contributions of the Byzantine Empire include: 1. Passing on Greek and Roman knowledge. 2. Establishing autocratic rule (one person rules). 3. Promoting Eastern Orthodox Christianity (Greek and Russian Orthodox). Certainly! |
| How did the Ottoman Empire contribute to the fall of the Byzantine Empire? | The Ottoman Empire, an Islamic empire, gradually conquered Byzantine territories and ultimately captured Constantinople in 1453, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire. |
| Which groups were responsible for the constant attacks and invasions on the Byzantine Empire? | The Byzantine Empire faced constant attacks and invasions from various groups, including the Muslim Turks and other neighboring entities. |