Fall Of Rome Quiz Flashcards
When did the inner workings of the Roman Empire begin to decline?
Around 200 AD
When did Rome begin to struggle under the weight of its empire?
By 400 AD
When did Rome fall?
476
When did Rome reach the peak of its power?
In the 2nd century around 117 AD
Under which emperor did Rome reach max power?
Trajan
Which countries did Rome control?
Spain, Italy, France, Southern Britain, Turkey, Israel, Egypt and Northern Africa
What were the reasons for the fall of the Roman Empire?
Corrupt politicians Civil war Barbarian attacks Roman army messed up Empire was too large
When did Diocletian split the empire?
285 AD
Who invaded Rome in 410?
A Germanic tribe called the Visigoths, it was the first time in 800 years that Rome had been invaded
What did the Eastern empire become?
The Byzantine
After the fall of Rome who be the leader of Rome and King of Italy?
Odaocer
Who was the last emperor of Rome?
Romulus Augustus
How long did the dark ages last after the fall of Rome?
500 years
When did the eastern empire fall and to who?
1453, the Ottoman Empire
Where was the capital of Rome at the time of the end?
Mediolanum
