True or False
Military
Overspending
Christianity
Misc.
100
Nero was the emperor of Rome when the fall happened.
False
100
Why did Roman Forces have to stop protecting it's western boarders?
There was a civil war in Italy
100
What did the Romans overspend on the most?
Military
100
Who was the emperor when Christianity was enforced?
Constantine The Great
100
What was the downfall of many Roman rulers?
They were often young and under-qualified.
200
Because of the war in Italy Romans decided to help them and let their western defenses down.
True
200
What territories were taken over in the beginning of the Germanic invasion?
Some of Greece and Gaul.
200
How much silver did a silver coin actually contain?
About .2%
200
What happened to people who didn't believe in God?
They were often thrown out of the city, but if not they were ridiculed by other Christians which would break out in fights.
200
Near the end of the Roman Empire, who controlled most of it's western boarders?
Germanic forces.
300
Romans stopped conquering other lands but continued to spend their money.
True
300
What year did the last Roman Emperor get overthrown?
476 A.D
300
Because of overspending, what could the Roman government not provide?
Repairs to aqueducts, and public housing.
300
How did Christianity affect Rome?
It caused fights and overspending churches.
300
What two rulers were known for throwing lavish parties?
Nero and Caligula.
400
Rome had a corrupt government even before the fall of Rome.
True
400
What was the name of the last Roman Emperor?
Augustulus Romulus
400
After the Romans stopped conquering lands and getting more gold, what did they continue to spend money on?
luxury items.
400
Was Constantine a true Christian?
No Constantine also worshiped pagan gods and followed Pagan practices.
400
What happened when you committed adultery?
You were exiled.
500
Rome Fell in 467 AD
False
500
What was the name of the Germanic general in 476 A.D?
Odoacer
500
What happened to the value of their currency?
It decreased.
500
Crucifixion was often a torture Christians practiced on non believers, True or false?
False, once Christianity began crucifixions were considered barbaric in Rome.
500
How many rulers out of 37 were assassinated?
25
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