Question

How did the Byzantine Empire’s territory change during the reign of Justinian I?

Answer 1

The empire grew to the largest extent it would ever see.

Step-by-step explanation:

Map shows the extent of the Byzantine Empire after Justinian’s conquests. The empire extended from Eastern Europe east across Asia Minor and south along the Mediterranean coast to Egypt. The empire also extended west across North African to the southern area of the Iberian Peninsula. The Balkan Peninsula and Italy are also shown as conquered regions.

Answer 2

The Byzantine Empire shifted its capital from Rome to Constantinople, changed the official religion to Christianity, and changed the official language from Latin to Greek.

Step-by-step explanation:

How did the Byzantine Empire’s territory change during the reign of Justinian I?