Question

Which of these is a major reason why Constantinople was chosen to be the capital of the Byzantine (Eastern Roman) Empire?

A.) it was close to the wealthy Russian Empire

B.) it was the location of the Islamic holy site

C.) it was a crossroads of lucrative trade routes

D.) it was located far inland and protected by mountains

Answer 1

C, hopefully this helps

Answer 2

The answer is C it was a crossroads of lucrative trade routes