Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

11/23/15 I can describe reasons 6, 7 and 8 for the downfall of Rome QOD Why was it becoming harder to defend the borders of the Empire? It was becoming.

Similar presentations


Presentation on theme: "11/23/15 I can describe reasons 6, 7 and 8 for the downfall of Rome QOD Why was it becoming harder to defend the borders of the Empire? It was becoming."— Presentation transcript:

1 11/23/15 I can describe reasons 6, 7 and 8 for the downfall of Rome QOD Why was it becoming harder to defend the borders of the Empire? It was becoming harder to defend the borders of the Empire because they relied on mercenaries and their communication was poor.

2 Agenda 1.I can and QOD 2.10 Theories: 6, 7, and 8 3.The Downfall of Rome (hw)

3 6. Inflation Money is worth less (pay more for less) Coins were worth their weight in gold Over time, less gold was used in coins (worth less) Reverted to a barter system Eventually, people were only paid in food and clothing

4 7. Political Corruption No clear process for a successor (second in line for power) Old emperor, senators, and bodyguards decided the next Emperor Gradually, the bodyguards and armies picked the next Emperor Eventually, Emperor’s throne went to the highest bidder In 100 years, 37 different Emperors 25 assassinated

5 8. Rise in Christianity Many were pacifists Opposed war/killing Fewer soldiers Attracted qualified leaders who were no longer serving Rome Money went to the Church, instead of government In 330 CE, Christian Emperor Constantine moved the capital to Byzantium

6


Download ppt "11/23/15 I can describe reasons 6, 7 and 8 for the downfall of Rome QOD Why was it becoming harder to defend the borders of the Empire? It was becoming."

Similar presentations


Ads by Google