Chapter 1: Changing Times

What was the main purpose of the roads in the Roman Empire?

• To decorate the empire

• To spread Roman ideas and laws

• To divide the empire

• To build houses

What was the center of the Roman Empire?

• Athens

• Rome

• London

• Paris

What did the Romans think of the non-Greek and non-Latin speaking barbarians?

• They were advanced

• They were uncultured

• They were allies

• They were leaders.

Which group caused the term 'vandalism' to be used for acts of destruction?

• Huns

• Vandals

• Goths

• Angles

What did the Roman historian say about the Huns?

• They were great farmers

• They were unable to put their feet on the ground

• They were excellent sailors

• They were skilled builders.

Which body of water is located to the west of the Roman Empire on the map?

• Atlantic Ocean

• North Sea

• Baltic Sea

• Adriatic Sea

What did the Church believe about Attila's retreat?

• He was tired

• He feared the pope

• He ran out of supplies

• He was defeated.

What area did the Huns invade after crossing the Danube?

• Spain

• France

• Italy

• Greece

What was the outcome of the meeting between Pope Leo I and Attila?

• Attila attacked Rome

• Attila decided not to attack Rome

• Attila became an ally of Rome

• Attila was captured.

What was the condition of the Huns after Attila's death?

• Strong and united

• Weakened by disease

• Victorious

• Allied with the Romans