What event is considered the end of the Western Roman Empire?
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The death of Julius Caesar
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The sack of Rome by the Huns
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The deposition of Romulus Augustulus
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The fall of Constantinople
What period of peace and prosperity in ancient Rome is known as?
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Unitas Romana
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The Dark Ages
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The Punic Wars
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The Reign of Terror
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Pax Romana
Which of the following was NOT a factor in the decline of the Roman Empire?
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Economic problems like inflation and high taxes
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Political corruption and instability
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The rise of Christianity
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Barbarian invasions and military weakness
What was the name of the first Roman Emperor?
Augustus
Julius Caesar
Trajan
Constantine
What was the major architectural achievement of the Romans?
The Colosseum
The Parthenon
The Taj Mahal
The Great Wall of China
Which of the following people took over the rule after Caesar was killed?
Alexander the Great
Marcus Aurelius
Nero
Octavian
Which job would be occupied by a member in the elite class?
Soldier
Shopkeeper
Farmer
Judge
Who adopted the name Marcus Aurelius as a part of his imperial title?
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Octavian
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Diadumenian
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Carus
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Macrinus
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Severus
How many books are there in the Code of Justinian?
Who is commonly regarded as the last (though illegitimate) Western Roman Emperor?
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Romulus Augustulus
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Olybrius
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Alexander the Great
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Glycerius
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Probus
