Compare the maps of the Byzantine Empire under the rule of Justinian I and the Roman Empire under the rule of Trajan. Which statement best identifies a similarity between the territories controlled? (1 point) Responses Neither empire controlled the entire Iberian Peninsula. Neither empire controlled the entire Iberian Peninsula. Neither empire controlled the entire Mediterranean coastline. Neither empire controlled the entire Mediterranean coastline. Both empires controlled Mesopotamia and the Italian Peninsula. Both empires controlled Mesopotamia and the Italian Peninsula. Both empires controlled Asia Minor and the Italian Peninsula.

Answer 1

The best statement that identifies a similarity between the territories controlled by the Byzantine Empire under Justinian I and the Roman Empire under Trajan is:

Both empires controlled Asia Minor and the Italian Peninsula.

Both empires had significant influence and control over these regions during their respective periods of rule.