Byzantine Culture and Influences on Russia: Exit Slip 1) Byzantine culture was a blend of which two previous classic cultures? 2) Which language was used in the Byzantine Empire? Explain why. 3) Which art form was popularized by the Byzantines? 4) Explain the purpose of the Hagia Sophia and how its role changed over the course of time. 5) Which structure served as a center for entertainment in Constantinople? 6) Which alphabet was developed by Byzantine missionaries for Christian’s in Russia? The Great Schism: Exit Slip 1) In 4-5 sentences explain the cause and effect of the Great Schism? 2) The head of the Roman Catholic Church= ____________________________ 3) The head of the Greek Orthodox Church= ___________________________ 4) Which language was used in the Western Church (RCC)? 5) Which language was used in the Eastern Church (GOC)? 6) Which church requires celibacy amongst its religious leaders? 7) Which city served as the center of the Eastern Church?