The Fall of the Roman Empire and Rise of Christianity

What language was primarily spoken in the Roman Empire that distinguished it from the tribes considered barbarian?

Which tribe is noted for its significant looting and has given its name to a term used to describe property destruction?

Which of the following tribes is NOT classified as a Germanic tribe that invaded the Roman Empire?

Which barbarian group was primarily responsible for the sack of Rome in 410 AD?

What term do modern historians use to refer to the period that lasted over 1,000 years between ancient and modern times?

What does the term 'barbarian' refer to as derived from the Latin word 'barbarus'?

How did the split of the Roman Empire affect the western regions?

What was a significant effect on the people after the fall of the Roman Empire?

What significant role did the Christian Church play during the transformation of Europe in the Middle Ages?

How did the Huns' conquests affect the Germanic tribes?

What mark of recognition did Charlemagne receive in 800 CE?

How did the Church’s power compare to that of kings and queens during the Middle Ages?

What historical significance does the period marked by Charlemagne's reign hold?

The Fall of the Roman Empire

The Roman Empire fell apart into the Eastern and Western parts, providing an opportunity for other tribes to seize some of its land.
Tribes who invaded the Roman Empire were called “barbarian” from the Latin word barbarus, which means foreigner or not Roman.
The Huns, led by Attila, invaded parts of Europe in the 400s, pushing Germanic tribes further into the Western Roman Empire.
The Vandals were so destructive they caused the term "vandalism" to come into use.

The Rise of the Christian Church

The Christian Church became a source of stability and hope for the people of Western Europe.
The Germanic tribes were slowly converted to Christianity.
The Christian Church grew more powerful and wealthy than many leaders in the region.

The Beginning of the Middle Ages

This era began when the Roman Empire was no longer the only powerful force in Europe.
This was influenced by Roman, Germanic, and Christian ideas and powerful rulers.

The Rise of Charlemagne

Charlemagne ruled for over 45 years and increased the size of his empire through conquest.
He defended the authority of the Christian Church and promoted the spread of Christianity.
He was crowned Roman Emperor on Christmas Day in 800 CE.

Charlemagne, Feudalism, and the Middle Ages:

Charlemagne encouraged new ideas and supported education and art.
He implemented a system of government called feudalism, in which he gave land for military and government services.
This practice became common throughout Western Europe.
People in the Middle Ages followed a different way of life than we do today.
They measured time by the sun and seasons.
There was a strong desire to honor God that transcended time.

Explore the events surrounding the fall of the Roman Empire and the emergence of the Christian Church as a dominant force in Europe. This quiz covers the invasions by various tribes and the role of Christianity in shaping the Middle Ages. Test your knowledge on the transition from the Roman dominance to the rise of new powers.