Theodora convinced Justinian to stay in Constantinople when what occurred?
A. The city was under attack from the Slavs.
B. A terrible plague hit the city.
C. The Blues and Greens started the Nika riots.
D. Procopius conspired to assassinate the royal family.
E. A rebellion among Monophysites spread through Constantinople.
Answer: C
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