Geography of the Decline of Rome

Open Ended

Why do you think the contributions of ancient Rome are still significant in the modern era?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why Constantine moved the capital of Rome?

• To escape invasions from the west

• To be closer to major trade routes

• To find a more defensible location

• To spread Christianity more easily

Multiple Choice

Which of the following geographic features marked the northern frontier of the Roman Empire?

• Rhine River, Danube River, Carpathian Mountains

• Mediterranean Sea, Alps, Nile River

• Sahara Desert, Tiber River, Pyrenees

• Black Sea, Adriatic Sea, Apennines

Multiple Select

Which of the following are reasons why rivers and mountains made effective borders for the Roman Empire?

• They created natural barriers

• They provided defensive advantages

• They were easy to cross for invaders

• They served as transportation networks

Open Ended

What geographic advantages helped Constantinople thrive for over 1,000 years after Rome itself fell?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why Constantine chose to move the capital of Rome to Constantinople?

• Its natural defenses and strategic location for trade

• Its proximity to the Alps

• Its distance from the Mediterranean Sea

• Its lack of surrounding water

Open Ended

Explain why Constantine decided to move the capital of Rome. What were the possible advantages and disadvantages of this decision?