Roman Influence and Legacy

The video explores the decline of the Western Roman Empire, focusing on the invasions by Germanic tribes like the Visigoths and Vandals. It discusses the social, governmental, and economic issues that contributed to Rome's fall, the division into Eastern and Western Empires, and the cultural impact of Rome on language, literature, and architecture. The spread of Christianity within the Roman Empire is also highlighted.

What was one of the main reasons Germanic tribes invaded Rome?

• To establish trade routes

• To seek refuge from enemies

• To form alliances with Romans

• To learn Roman culture

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

• Famine and disease

• Strong leadership

• Economic decline

• Social unrest

What was a significant social problem in Rome leading to its decline?

• Overpopulation

• Religious conflicts

• Lack of education

• Slave revolts

Who was the Germanic general that overthrew the last Roman emperor?

• Odoacer

• Theodoric

• Attila the Hun

• Alaric

What was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire after the division?

• Alexandria

• Athens

• Constantinople

• Rome

Which language served as the base for many European languages due to Roman influence?

• Celtic

• Germanic

• Latin

• Greek

What architectural innovation is Rome credited with developing?

• Flying buttresses

• Gothic arches

• Domes and arches

• Steel structures

Which Roman writer is known for the epic 'Aeneid'?

• Horace

• Virgil

• Ovid

• Cicero

What was the political structure of Rome that influenced the United States?

• Oligarchy

• Theocracy

• Democratic Republic

• Monarchy

How did Roman infrastructure aid in the spread of Christianity?

• By funding missionaries

• By translating religious texts

• By building churches

• By providing safe travel routes