Question

Which statement explaining Constantine's choice of Byzantium as his new capital is not correct?

A.
It lay in a strategically important location that could be defended against attack.

B.
It was closer to important sources of trade in Russia, Egypt, and the Far East.

C.
Its location near fertile agricultural land made it easy to feed a growing population.

D.
It contained the tombs of Jesus, Peter, and several other Christian saints.

Answer 1

is this a test?

Answer 2

no a work sheet

Answer 3

kk, which do u think it is

Answer 4

a

Answer 5

Constantine located the capital of the unified Roman Empire on the site of old Byzantium. There were several reasons for his choice, both practical and symbolic. Firstly, Byzantium was closer to the center of the empire making control easier. Rome had become a periphery and Diocletian's choice of Nicomedia in the east was difficult to defend.
The defensive capabilities of Byzantium also made it a sound choice with a peninsula open to land on the west and bordered on the south, north and east by water. The addition of the chain across the bay further limited attempts of invasion. Byzantium also had easy access to the Euphrates frontier and Danube River supplying cisterns and aqua ducts with water. The chain and control of the harbor also provided control over trade through the Black Sea.
Symbolically, it provided Constantine with a break from his predecessors as Nicomedia was the choice of Diocletian and Rome the seat of all the rulers before him. Byzantium also represented his victories as it sat opposite the shore where he defeated Licinius to become the emperor of the entire Roman Empire.

Answer 6

I think it would be D am I right @ILovePuppiesLol

Answer 7

A is incorrect

Answer 8

d?

Answer 9

http://www.livescience.com/42158-history-of-the-byzantine-empire.html

Answer 10

is d correct then

Answer 11

pretty sure its incorrect

Answer 12

is it c that seems like the best answer

Answer 13

@ILovePuppiesLol

Answer 14

yes thats what i think