The Byzantine Empire

Long after the Western Roman Empire crumbled, the Eastern Roman Empire thrived. How much do you know about the Byzantine Empire?

1. What city served as the capital of the Byzantine Empire?
2. Which of the following modern countries was not part of the Byzantine Empire?
3. What Eastern Roman emperor assumed the throne in 527 C.E.?
4. A Byzantine-made version of the ancient Roman legal code became known as the __________.
5. What group conquered Constantinople in 1453?
6. What was the state religion of the Eastern Roman Empire circa 1300?
7. The city of Constantinople is now called __________.
8. Which of the following was not a Byzantine invention?
9. What was the state language of the Eastern Roman Empire after the 7^th century?
10. What renowned church was built by Emperor Justinian in the sixth century?

Check out the complete test to see all of the questions, along with the answer options:

Byzantine Empire Printable Multiple-Choice Quiz (.pdf)

These practice-test questions are also available in several interactive formats. To play "Hangman" or "Playtime" as a class, to study with interactive flash cards, or to take an online multiple-choice practice test, try our Byzantine Empire Online Educational Games.

Teaching Tip: The printable version works great as a "pop quiz" or as classroom bell work. The online games are an enjoyable way to assess students' knowledge before, during, or after a lesson/section/chapter/unit. Play as a class by dividing the students into teams, then displaying the game on a SmartBoard (or by using a projector).