Across
- 5. The capital city of the Byzantine Empire, safe from barbarian invasions.
- 9. A new system which worked to better promote participation amongst common people.
- 11. Most significant Byzantine emperor who improved the empire’s government, safety, and construction projects.
- 12. A 60,000 person seated stadium used for entertainment and emperor speeches.
- 13. A place where trade routes intersect one another
Down
- 1. A series of three massive protective barriers, built to keep invaders out of the Byzantine capital
- 2. A piece of land that is surrounded by water on at least 3 sides.
- 3. A favorite Byzantine sport, similar to F1 racing today
- 4. The church of Holy…
- 6. mortar is mixed with … to create a flexible binder holding walls together
- 7. A series of wars fought between European Christians and Muslim armies over control of Jerusalem and other holy cities.
- 8. a most trusted advisor who crafted laws improving women’s rights and strengthened the military.
- 10. A massive church which is considered a masterpiece, symbolizing Byzantine power and wealth.