The Economy of Ancient Rome

What were some of the foundational contributions of the Roman Empire to modern society?

How did the Roman Empire's approach to taxation differ from modern taxation systems?

What role did wealth tax play in the early Roman economy?

In what ways did the Roman military influence the taxation system?

What were the consequences of the Roman Empire's reliance on debt?

How did the Roman government respond to economic downturns?

What similarities exist between the economic systems of ancient Rome and modern economies?

Discuss the impact of agriculture on the economy of ancient Rome.

What were the main factors that led to the economic decline of the Roman Empire?

How did the Roman Empire's banking system function, and what were its limitations?