Question

Christians went on pilgrimages primarily


to visit locations where they could see relics.

because they were required to do so by the pope.

because they were required to do so by an imperial decree.

to convert non-Christians.



As a result of its wars in both the east and the west, Byzantium


had its long-term strength seriously weakened.

merged with Persia.

enjoyed unprecedented prosperity and growth.

reclaimed all of the western Roman Empire.