The Fall of the Roman Empire
Explore the key factors and events that led to the decline and fall of the Western Roman Empire.
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The Fall of the Roman Empire
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. Which emperor divided the Roman Empire into two parts in 285 CE?
Julius Caesar
Constantine
Diocletian
Augustus
2. What was one major economic problem that contributed to the fall of Rome?
Too much gold and silver
Inflation and heavy taxes
Lack of trade routes
Strong currency
3. The Western Roman Empire officially fell in CE.
4. The Huns, led by , attacked the Roman Empire from the east.
5. The Roman Empire was invaded by many Germanic tribes.
True
False
6. The Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire, fell at the same time as the Western Roman Empire.
True
False
7. List two reasons why the Roman army became weaker over time.
8. Explain how the vast size of the Roman Empire contributed to its decline.
Examine the map below showing the Roman Empire at its greatest extent.
9. Based on the map, describe a challenge the Romans might have faced in defending such a large territory.
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