Invasions and Decline of Rome

The video discusses the rise of Christianity under Emperor Constantine, the division of the Roman Empire into Eastern and Western parts, and the factors leading to its decline. It highlights the role of barbarian invasions, particularly by the Goths, in the fall of the Western Roman Empire, culminating in the overthrow of the last Roman emperor by the German leader Odoacer.

What was the new city built by Constantine called?

• Rome

• Byzantium

• Istanbul

• Constantinople

Who became the ruler of the Eastern Roman Empire after Theodosius's death?

• Odoacer

• Constantine

• Arcadius

• Honorius

Which of the following was NOT a factor in the decline of the Roman Empire?

• Heavy taxes

• Strong economy

• Loyalty to military leaders

• Religious intolerance

Why did the Roman plan to hire barbarian mercenaries backfire?

• The mercenaries were too expensive

• The mercenaries betrayed the Romans

• The mercenaries were ineffective

• The mercenaries joined the Roman army

Which group was the first to invade the Roman Empire?

• Franks

• Goths

• Huns

• Vandals

Who was the young king of the Visigoths that attacked Rome?

• Arcadius

• Honorius

• Alaric

• Odoacer

Which tribe eventually settled in the British Isles?

• Franks

• Lombards

• Vandals

• Anglo-Saxons

In what year was the last Roman emperor in the West overthrown?

• 410 CE

• 500 CE

• 476 CE

• 395 CE

Who became the first barbarian ruler of Rome?

• Alaric

• Odoacer

• Romulus

• Theodosius

Which group did NOT take part in the invasions of the Roman Empire?

• Vandals

• Anglo-Saxons

• Mongols

• Huns