1. Byzantine Empire through Primary Sources

2. Sourcing – 15 min
In your group, read through the documents and answer the SOURCING questions.
Write your responses on the Post-it Poster. Be prepared to share out.

3. Sourcing Questions
Who wrote this? (include name and occupation, if given)
What was the author’s perspective? (point of view)
Why was it written?
When and where was it written?
Is this source reliable? Why or Why not?
Provide a 2-3 sentence summary of the document.

4. Exploring the Byzantine Empire through Primary Sources
Step 1: Within your group, read through each document and answer the questions based on the documents.
Step 2: As you are reading, jot down quick notes about the following categories on your Post-it poster:
Development and growth of Constantinople * Economic development
Church building * Code of laws
Leadership style * Influence of Theodora

5. SHARE OUT What did each group find out about each of the categories:
Development and growth of Constantinople
Economic development
Church building
Code of laws
Leadership style
Influence of Theodora

6. Homework
Grade Justinian’s accomplishments based on the following categories. He can receive an A – F:
Development and growth of Constantinople
Economic development
Church building
Code of laws
Leadership style
Influence of Theodora
Use the information you learned today, in the textbook, as well as the PPT to justify your grading. Each category must be justified with 2-3 sentences and SPECIFIC evidence!