The Fall of the Byzantine Empire — Constantinople (1453, Constantinople) — Questions and answers
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What important historical event happened on May 29, 1453?
Choices
- A. A new empire was founded.
- B. The Byzantine Empire's last stand. ✓
- C. A peace treaty was signed.
- D. A grand celebration took place.
Answer: B. The Byzantine Empire's last stand.
From page 1
What did Constantine command the citizens to do with the walls near the Lycus River?
Choices
- A. Paint them a bright color.
- B. Knock them down completely.
- C. Strengthen them. ✓
- D. Decorate them with flowers.
Answer: C. Strengthen them.
From page 4
Who led the Genoese troops and shouted, 'Hold the line!'?
Choices
- A. Demetrios
- B. Constantine XI Palaiologos
- C. Giovanni Giustiniani ✓
- D. Loukas Notaras
Answer: C. Giovanni Giustiniani
From page 6
What did Demetrios suggest was the key to slowing down the Ottoman cannons?
Choices
- A. Breaking their cannon wheels.
- B. Cooling them with an alloy-based liquid. ✓
- C. Stealing their cannonballs.
- D. Hiding from the cannon fire.
Answer: B. Cooling them with an alloy-based liquid.
From page 7
What did Emperor Constantine do when he realized the city was lost?
Choices
- A. He tried to escape through a secret passage.
- B. He quickly surrendered to the Ottomans.
- C. He threw off his imperial regalia and charged into battle. ✓
- D. He asked for a truce.
Answer: C. He threw off his imperial regalia and charged into battle.
From page 9
What did Mehmed the Conqueror rename Constantinople after he captured it?
Choices
- A. Byzantium
- B. New Rome
- C. Istanbul ✓
- D. Ottoman City
Answer: C. Istanbul
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