The Middle Ages (Dark Ages)

The Middle Ages (Dark Ages)

330-1453

Reasons for the Fall of Rome

• Political Weakness

• Economic Problems

• Military Decline

• Invasions from Northern Europe and Central Asia

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes a characteristic of democracy?

• Religious leaders control government policy

• Citizens are the source of power in government

• The government limits the thoughts and actions of the people

• The decisions of government are made by influential military officers

Open Ended

Describe what life might have been like after the fall of Rome.

Open Ended

How did the lack of education hurt the people of Rome?

Open Ended

What can you see happening to these areas in the future?