The Fall of the Roman Empire

Rome’s 200 years of peace was called the...

• Age of Augustus.
• Resurrection.
• Pax Romana.
• Crucifixion.

How did the Romans carry water from mountains into cities?

• by combining a set of layers
• by combining a set of arches
• by building aqueducts
• by building a bridge

The Roman Empire fell for all of the following reasons EXCEPT...

• barbarian invasions

• strong leadership

• soldiers fighting wars in the east, west, and at home

• political corruption and weak leaders

Which 3 continents did the Roman Empire spread to?

• North America , Asia and Africa

• Europe, Asia and South America

• Africa , Europe and Asia

• Africa, Europe and Rome

The Roman Empire surrounds which body of water ?

• Pacific Ocean

• Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

• Indian Ocean

What language did the Romans speak?

• Greek

• Latin

• Italian

• Mandarin

What religion was adopted by the Roman Empire after being persecuted for many years?

• Islam
• Buddhism
• Christianity
• Hunnism

Which technology allowed soldiers, merchants and traders to travel more quickly through the empire?

• paved roads
• aqueducts
• arches
• plumbing

What body of water was in the center of the Roman Empire?

• Pacific Ocean
• Mediterranean Sea
• Caspian Sea
• Atlantic Ocean

Which of the following are reasons that Rome declined?

• corrupt leaders

• Constantine moved the capital

• Food shortages and high taxes

• the population decreased in cities