The Significant Advantage That the Byzantines Had Over Invaders Was

question 13

Multiple Choice

The significant advantage that the Byzantines had over invaders was ______________.

• A) the sheltered location of the city of Constantinople
• B) a superior navy
• C) composite bows carried by cavalry
• D) Greek fire
• E) massive walls

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