The Byzantine Empire Worksheet

Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 6–9

The Byzantine Empire Worksheet

A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-9 on the Byzantine Empire. Students learn how the eastern Roman Empire survived for centuries, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.

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Subject

Social Studies

Grades

Grades 6–9

Skill Focus

The Byzantine Empire, world history

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Lesson Overview

About this worksheet

The Byzantine Empire was the eastern half of the Roman Empire that lasted nearly a thousand years after Rome fell. This worksheet teaches the key terms – Constantinople, Justinian, the Hagia Sophia, and Orthodox Christianity.

The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the key terms. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.

Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Ancient Rome and The Middle Ages worksheets.

How to Use This Lesson

Read the reference box and review the key terms.

Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.

Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.

Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.

Pair with the Ancient Rome Worksheet for the empire’s roots.

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The Byzantine Empire Worksheet

A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-9 on the Byzantine Empire. Students learn how the eastern Roman Empire survived for centuries, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.

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