The Fall of Rome and Why it Didn't Happen | The Life & Times of Emperor Zeno

The video explores the fall of Rome, highlighting the division into Eastern and Western Empires. It details the rise of Leo and Zeno, the revolt against Zeno led by Verina and Basiliscus, and the eventual fall of the Western Empire under Odoacer. Zeno's challenges with Theodoric and the complexities of Christianity are also discussed.

What was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire during the time of Zeno?

• Ravenna

• Rome

• Constantinople

• Carthage

Who led the revolt against Zeno with the aim to replace him?

• Theodoric

• Odoacer

• Verena and Basiliscus

• Leo

What significant event happened in the Western Roman Empire in 476?

• The rise of Zeno

• The fall of the Western Empire

• The fall of Constantinople

• The division of the Roman Empire

Who was the general that took over Italy and unified the empire under Zeno?

• Basiliscus

• Illus

• Theodoric

• Odoacer

What strategy did Zeno use to deal with the Ostrogothic threat?

• Ignoring the threat

• Military conquest

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Bribing enemies to fight each other

What was a major religious issue during Zeno's reign?

• The misunderstanding of the Trinity

• The rise of paganism

• The spread of Islam

• The decline of Christianity

Who was appointed as the ruler after Zeno's death?

• Anastasias

• Basiliscus

• Theodoric

• Leo