Question

Analyze causes (Justinian's Plague, ongoing attacks from the "barbarians," the Crusades, and internal political turmoil) of the decline of the Byzantine Empire. (Notes)

Answer 1

Justinian's plague was caused by rat bites and it is said that 5,000 people died a day. It killed about half of the people under his rule, it made it easier for armies to defeat his empire.

The Barbarian attacks were increased because many people died from the plague and the Barbarians attacked from many different areas.

The Crusades were Christian warriors who tried to fight the Turks and Jews. The Byzantines were a part of the crusades that lost to the Muslims.

Different families fought for power and so many disagreements lead to a downfall in the government.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Ottoman Turks conquering, the military system, and division

Step-by-step explanation:

• Justinian plague is said to have been caused by a rat bite, which killed 5,000 people in a single day. This killed half of his rule, making it easier for the armies to defeat their empire.
• The barbaric attacks increased as many people died from the plague and the barbarians attacked from many places.
• The Crusades were Christian warriors who tried to fight the Turks and Jews. The Byzantines were part of the Crusade, defeated by the Muslims.
• Different families fought for power and many disagreements led to the decline of the government.