The Fall of the Roman Empire

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Which empire was wealthier and had extensive trade routes?

  • Byzantine Empire
  • Eastern Roman Empire (correct)
  • Western Roman Empire
  • Ottoman Empire

The western empire's cities were larger and more prosperous than the eastern empire's cities.

False (B)

What significant event occurred in 410 A.D. in relation to the city of Rome?

It was raided and looted by the Goths.

The last Western Roman Emperor was removed from power in the year _____.

<p>476</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tribes frequently invaded the western Roman Empire?

<p>Nomadic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The eastern empire of Rome lasted for nearly another thousand years after the fall of the western empire.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body of water protected the eastern Roman Empire?

<p>Black Sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with their descriptions:

<p>Fall of Western Empire = 476 A.D. Rome raided by Goths = 410 A.D. Period of prosperity in Eastern Empire = Lasted nearly 1000 years after the west fell Germanic invasions = Between 350 and 500 A.D.</p> Signup and view all the answers

After the fall of the western empire, public buildings and roads fell into _____.

<p>disrepair</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization became a significant unifying force after the western empire's collapse?

<p>Roman Catholic Church (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Roman Empire Split

The Roman Empire divided into a wealthier eastern empire and a weaker western one.

Eastern Empire Advantages

The eastern empire thrived due to extensive trade routes and protection by the Black Sea.

Western Empire Challenges

The western empire faced vulnerability due to smaller cities and distance from trade routes.

Germanic Tribes

Nomadic groups that frequently invaded the western Roman Empire.

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Fall Year

The western Roman Empire officially fell in 476 A.D.

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Goths

A nomadic group that raided and looted Rome in 410 A.D.

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Economic Decline

The weakening economy prompted mass exodus from Roman cities.

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Consequences of Collapse

Post-collapse, roads and public buildings fell into disrepair, and Germanic dominance increased.

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Role of the Catholic Church

The Roman Catholic Church emerged as a unifying force after the fall of the western empire.

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Eastern Empire Longevity

The eastern empire continued for nearly another thousand years after the western empire fell.

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Study Notes

The Fall of the Roman Empire

  • The Roman Empire split into two parts: a wealthy east and a weaker west.
  • The eastern empire had extensive trade routes with Africa, Asia and Europe, and was protected by the Black Sea, leading to less frequent invasions.
  • Western cities were smaller and less prosperous, further from trade routes and more exposed to invaders.
  • Invaders, notably Germanic peoples, often attacked the empire's weakest borders.
  • Between 350 and 500 AD, Germanic groups attacked Roman cities, targeting the weakest parts of the empire.
  • Frequent attacks and economic hardship led to the decline of the western empire.
  • Cities were raided, and many people left.
  • In 410 AD, the Goths raided Rome, causing widespread damage.
  • The official fall of the Western Empire occurred in 476 AD.
  • The Germanic peoples took over the Western territory.
  • The roads and public buildings fell into disrepair after the fall of the Western Empire.
  • The Eastern Empire, protected by the Black Sea, lasted another thousand years.
  • The Roman Catholic Church became a unifying force after the fall of Rome.

Multiple Choice Answers

  • Question 1: Germanic people
  • Question 2: Nomadic
  • Question 3: 476 AD
  • Question 4: Black Sea

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