Problem: Why did the Eastern Empire last for more than a thousand years when the Western Empire was over by 476 A. D.? What enabled Byzantium to last for so long? What were the significant influences of Byzantium? Be specific and detailed.
Hint: Do NOT focus on the Western Empire. This question is about the Eastern Empire. Too, Justinian was not solely responsible for the longevity of Byzantium.
Chapter 7 Cunningham, Lawrence S. et al. Culture and Values: A Survey of the Humanities. Vol 1. 9th ed. Cengage, 2016.