How did Constantinople's location help it become a wealthy city?

You are a citizen of Rome who recently moved to Constantinople. Write a letter to a friend in Rome about your new home. Explain the differences and similarities between the two cities.

What impact did the fall of Rome have on Western Europe?

What obstacles to building the network of roads did the Romans face?

How did Charlemagne briefly reunite much of Western Europe, and what happened to his empire after his death?

Byzantine art differed from the art produced in the Western Roman Empire because Byzantine artists:

How would you describe the Romans compared to people who lived before them? Write a summary of what made the Romans a unique people. Think of the many ways they were different from the Greeks and other people who lived before them. Include what you think their strongest characteristic was and why.

Identifying People and Ideas

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What is the difference between a satire and an ode?

Which is an example of Greek influence on Roman culture?

A. arches and domes in Roman architecture

B. Roman plays that told stories of military failures

C. letter-like symbols in the Roman number system

D. Roman statues that showed people's wrinkles and warts

How were saints shown in mosaics?

Why were Diocletian's reforms unsuccessful?

A gift box in the shape of a rectangular prism measures 8 inches by 8 inches by 10 inches. What is the least amount of wrapping paper needed to wrap the gift box? Explain.

How do agreements for regional cooperation help member nations?