L8 Review-Decline & Fall of Rome

Approximately how long did the Roman Empire (including the Republic) last?

• Over 500 years

• Over 1,000 years

• Over 1,500 years

• Over 2,000 years

What were some of the territories controlled by the Roman Empire? Check all that apply.

• France & England

• Spain, Italy, and Egypt

• Germany & India

• Turkey, North Africa

What was not a major cause of the decline of the Roman Empire?

• Political problems

• Military victories

• Economic problems

• Social problems

What was the economic system of Rome based on?

• Trade with other empires

• Gold mining

• Slave labor

• Agricultural exports

What was one of the consequences of relying on slave labor in Rome?

• Decrease in the gap between rich and poor

• Increase in the import of slaves

• Labor shortage that disrupted agriculture production

• Improved living conditions for the poor

What led to the division of the Roman Empire?

• The invasion of the Germanic tribes

• The death of Julius Caesar

• Lack of military leadership

• Lack of political stability

In what year did the Roman Empire fall to the Germanic Tribes?

• 356 AD

• 476 AD

• 589 AD

• 632 AD

Which emperor divided the Roman Empire into two parts, east and west?

• Diocletian
• Constantine
• Attila
• Alaric

Which tribe migrated from central Asia and was led by Attila, raiding the eastern Roman Empire?

• Vandals
• Huns
• Visigoths
• Barbarians

Who led the Visigoths in capturing and sacking Rome in 410 CE?

• Attila
• Odoacer
• Alaric
• Diocletian