Eight Reasons Why Rome Fell

When did the Western Roman Empire suddenly crumble?

• Late fourth century

• Late fifth century

• Early sixth century

• Early fourth century

What continued for another thousand years after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

• The Eastern Roman Empire

• The Byzantine Empire

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Holy Roman Empire

By the 300s, which groups were pressing into the Roman Empire?

• Celtic groups

• Barbarian groups

• Slavic groups

• Nordic groups

In what year did the Vandals sack Rome?

• A.D. 400

• A.D. 455

• A.D. 476

• A.D. 500

What group sacked Rome in 410 A.D. led by Alaric?

• Visigoths

• Ostrogoths

• Vandals

• Huns

Which city was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire?

• Rome

• Milan

• Constantinople

• Carthage

What was a significant factor in the Roman Empire's military struggles?

• Lack of weapons

• Overexpansion

• Poor training

• Insufficient leadership

What was the impact of the Eastern Empire's strength on the Western Empire?

• It provided military support

• It deterred Barbarian invasions

• It caused economic growth

• It led to political unity

What event partially caused the Barbarian attacks on Rome?

• The rise of Christianity

• The Huns' invasion of Europe

• The fall of the Roman Senate

• The Edict of Milan

Who did the Romans grudgingly allow to seek safety within their territory?

• Vandals

• Saxons

• Visigoths

• Huns