Decline of the Roman Empire

The video discusses the fall of the Roman Empire, highlighting internal weaknesses like political instability and economic decline, as well as external pressures from barbarian invasions. The division of the Empire into Eastern and Western halves is explored, with the Western Empire's fall in 476 AD marking a significant historical event. The consequences of the fall include the fragmentation of Europe and the rise of feudalism. Despite its collapse, the Roman Empire's legacy in law, culture, and architecture continues to influence modern civilization.

What marked the beginning of the decline of the Roman Empire?

• The rise of Christianity

• A combination of internal weaknesses and external pressures

• The discovery of America

• The fall of Constantinople

Which of the following was a significant internal factor in the decline of the Roman Empire?

• Political instability

• Economic prosperity

• Political stability

• Efficient leadership

What was one of the economic challenges faced by the Roman Empire?

• Surplus of skilled labor

• Lack of trade routes

• Heavy taxation leading to poverty

• Overabundance of resources

What was the purpose of dividing the Roman Empire into two halves?

• To reduce military expenses

• To expand the empire further

• To address governance issues

• To strengthen the Western Empire

Which event is traditionally regarded as the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

• The fall of Constantinople

• The rise of the Byzantine Empire

• The deposition of Romulus Augustus

• The sack of Rome by the Visigoths

What was a consequence of the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

• The fragmentation into Barbarian kingdoms

• The immediate rise of the Renaissance

• The rise of centralized Roman authority

• The unification of Europe

How did the Byzantine Empire contribute to preserving Roman heritage?

• By isolating itself from the rest of the world

• By abolishing Roman traditions

• By conquering Western Europe

• By preserving Roman law, culture, and architecture

What system arose in Europe following the collapse of centralized Roman authority?

• Socialism

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

• Democracy

Which architectural styles did the Romans leave as a legacy?

• Arches, domes, and concrete

• Renaissance and Rococo

• Gothic and Baroque

• Modern and Postmodern

In what way did the Roman Empire influence the development of Western civilization?

• By introducing Eastern philosophies

• By establishing a global empire

• Through its legal, cultural, and intellectual heritage

• By isolating Europe from the rest of the world