Topic 1 Lesson 5 Questions

What was one of the internal weaknesses that contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire?

• Strong military leadership

• Dependence on slave labor

• Expansion of territories

• Increase in trade networks

What was a consequence of the economic problems faced by the Roman Empire?

• Decrease in military size

• Inflation and increased cost of goods

• Expansion of trade networks

• Increase in population

What role did Diocletian play in the Roman Empire?

• He expanded the empire's borders

• He divided the empire into two halves

• He conquered Persia

• He abolished the use of coins

What was a major challenge faced by the Roman Empire during the Imperial Crisis?

• Lack of military power

• Civil wars and division of the empire

• Overpopulation

• Excessive wealth

How did foreign invasions affect the Roman Empire during the decline?

• They strengthened the military

• They led to the capture of Emperor Valerian

• They improved trade relations

• They increased the empire's territory

Why did the Roman Empire struggle to defend its borders during the decline?

• Lack of military technology

• Slow communication and travel

• Overpopulation

• Abundance of resources

Who was the last person to rule both the eastern and western halves of the Roman Empire?

• Constantine

• Diocletian

• Theodosius

• Attila

What happened to Rome in 410?

• It was rebuilt by the Romans.

• It was captured and looted by the Goths.

• It became the capital of the Byzantine Empire.

• It formed an alliance with the Huns.

How long did the eastern Roman Empire survive after the fall of the western empire?

• 500 years

• 1,000 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

Label the Following

a

b

Western Roman Empire

Eastern Roman Empire