The Fall of Rome

How was a new Roman emperor chosen when one died?

• An election was held in the forum.

• A senator was given a promotion.

• He was appointed by the highest ranking member still alive.

• Fighting among private armies.

Which of the following was NOT one of the social and economic issues that led to the fall of Rome?

• Heavy taxes were placed on citizens to fund the army.

• Many people were campaigning for a new leader.

• High unemployment

• Corruption and a decline in the spirit of citizenship.

When the empire was attacked, why weren't they always able to defend themselves?

• The empire wasn't well equipped.

• Many men weren't paying attention.

• They lacked the self awareness to know when they were being attacked.

• Slow communication de to the huge size of the empire.

Who moved the capital of the Roman Empire?

• Julius Caesar

• Constantine

• Augustus Caesar

• Pompey

What was moved in 330 CE?

• The capital of the Roman Empire

• The house of the ruler

• The senate floor

• The Roman Empire

Which of the following was the FIRST name for the new capital of the Roman Empire?

• New Rome

• Constantinople

• Istanbul

• Byzantium

Why was the new capital later renamed to Constantinople?

• After the first king

• Because the pope asked

• After emperor Constantine

• Because the citizens voted

After Constantine died, how many emperors ruled the Roman Empire?

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3

Which of the following is the correct location of the two capitals of the Roman Empire?

• Rome and Paris

• New Rome and Constantinople

• Paris and Constantinople

• Rome and Constantinople

Which group of people were threatening the Roman Empire?

• Germanic Tribes

• Indians

• Mongolians

• Russians