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