World History Chapter 10 Section 1

What emperor attempted to save the empire from the Turkish invasions by appealing to the West for help? What was the result of this plan?

Alexius Commenius

Under which emperor did the Byzantine Empire reach its greatest height since the days of Justinian the Great? What were some of his accomplishments?

Basil 2. He conquered the Bulgars, reinforced borders, and acquired lands

Explain the iconoclast controversy

Conflict caused by the Eastern emperor's decision to condemn the use of icons in worship

Who were the leaders of the two opposing armies during the last siege of Constantinople? In what year did Constantinople fall?

Constantine XI Mohammed II, May 29, 1453

Who was the wife of Justinian? In what ways did she assist him?

Empress Theodora. In legal matters

What was Justinian 1's main ambition? What was his greatest personal achievement?

His main ambition was to restore the old Roman Empire's glory by embarking on a program of military expansion, architectural activity, and legal advancement. His greatest personal achievement was his codification of existing Roman law which he combined with biblical principles (Justinian Code)

Name some of the groups that invaded the empire after the death of Justinian, and identify the region that each group attacked.

Lombards and Norman's from Italy Avars, Bulgars, and Slavs from the North Persians from the east

What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?

The capital of the Byzantine Empire was Constantinople.

Explain how the empire became vulnerable to invaders following the death of Basil II. Give the date and outcome of the Battle of Manzikert

The people indulged in excessive luxuries, and personal pleasures and the military withered into disrepair. 1071, the Turks overran Asia Minor

How did the rise of Islam threaten the Byzantine Empire? What secret weapon was used to defeat the Arabs?

They overran the Middle East and North Africa, Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. Greek Fire (flamethrower)