7th grade chapter 10

Front

Why did the power of the Roman Empire shift from West to East?

Back

The empire was split in half, and the capital was moved to Constantinople.

Front

The Roman government needing more money led to what first?

Back

The Roman government used less silver and more inexpensive metals so they could create more coins.

Front

What is one reason the capital of the Roman Empire was moved to Constantinople?

Back

It had an excellent harbor for trade that also had good natural defenses.

Front

What fell when waves of barbarian tribes invaded after the Roman Empire was split in half? Rome and the _______.

Back

Western Roman Empire

Front

The Eastern Roman empire became known as the _______ and lasted until the mid 15th century CE.

Back

Byzantine Empire

Front

What is A on the map?

Back

Rome

Front

What is B on the map?

Back

Constantinople

Front

What is c on the map?

Back

Western Roman Empire

Front

What is D on the map?

Back

Eastern Roman Empire

Front

What are four internal political factors that weakened the Roman Empire?

Back

Power shifts from West to East

Weakening Military

Civil War and unstable government

Government corruption