Which fact most clearly shows the difficulty in defending the Roman empire against invasion?
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At its height, the empire likely had a population as high as 100 million.
At its height, the empire comprised nearly 1.7 million square miles of land and water.
Over the course of its history, the Roman empire built about 55,000 miles of paved roads.
The Mediterranean Sea stretches about 2,300 miles west to east and about 600 miles from Italy to the African coast.
The fact that the empire comprised nearly 1.7 million square miles of land and water most clearly shows the difficulty in defending the Roman empire against invasion, as it highlights the vastness of the territory that needed to be protected.
The Pax Romana began around 30 BCE with the rise of who?
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Julius Caesar
Octavian
Marcus Aurelius
Constantine
Octavian (also known as Augustus)
The Great Schism resulted most directly from the?
Fall of western Rome
Byzantine rejection of the pope
Augustus destroying the senate
Byzantine rejection of the Roman Emperor
Byzantine rejection of the Roman Emperor.
Roman technology allowed:
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Romans to live healthier lives, relative to other ancient civilizations.
more Romans to be free rather than enslaved, relative to other ancient civilizations.
the Roman Empire to have a democratic government.
Romans to do jobs other than farming, relative to other ancient civilizations.
Romans to do jobs other than farming, relative to other ancient civilizations.
What was a drawback to living in the Roman Empire?
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As many as 1 out of 3 people were enslaved.
Roman law treated Romans of color unequally.
If you were born to a low status family, you had no chance of becoming powerful.
Compared to living in other ancient civilizations, there were no serious drawbacks.
As many as 1 out of 3 people were enslaved.
What does the symbol of the cross represent in Christianity?
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the birth of the Messiah
the ritual meal of the Eucharist
the death and resurrection of Jesus
the love for one God above all others
The death and resurrection of Jesus.
What was a right that women had during the Roman Empire?
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A right to own property
Women had equal rights to men during the Roman Empire
A right to a job of their choice
Women had no rights during the Roman Empire
A right to own property.
Which best describes the role of the New Testament in Christianity?
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It is the part of the Christian scripture that repeats Jewish teachings.
It is the term for the Christian Bible.
It is the part of the Christian scriptures that tells about the life of Jesus.
It is the only scripture important to Christians.
It is the part of the Christian scriptures that tells about the life of Jesus.
What was true about slavery in the Roman Empire?
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Under Pax Romana, emperors passed laws helping enslaved people.
Romans enslaved people based on skin color.
On average, enslaved Romans died young.
Enslaved Romans could not become wealthy
On average, enslaved Romans died young.
Which of the following was a major factor in the decline of the Roman empire? (select two answers)
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arrival of invaders
The Great Schism
The Imperial Crisis
Iconoclasm
Arrival of invaders and The Imperial Crisis were major factors in the decline of the Roman empire.
How did Jesus’s teachings reach so many people in the early Roman empire?
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through forced conversions on the orders of the emperor
through the decision of a council of bishops
through local laws dictated by the Pope
through the support of important Roman generals
through the travels of his followers on Roman roads
Through the travels of his followers on Roman roads.
The Pax Romana ended around 180 CE with the death of which Emperor?
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Julius Caesar
Octavian
Marcus Aurelius
Constantine
Marcus Aurelius.
Short Answer Response: Answer in complete sentences.
What impact did the Imperial Crisis have on the Roman empire?
The Imperial Crisis had a significant impact on the Roman empire, as it was characterized by a period of political instability, frequent changes in emperors, and economic and military challenges. This led to a decline in the authority of the Roman state, a weakening of the military, and the rise of secessionist movements which further weakened the empire. The crisis also resulted in a loss of faith in the government and a sharp decline in the economy, leading to hyperinflation which made it more difficult for the government to maintain its power and protect its borders. Ultimately, the Imperial Crisis contributed significantly to the decline and eventual fall of the Roman empire.
Short Answer Response: Answer in complete sentences.
Describe the changing attitudes of the Roman empire towards Christianity. What caused them to change their views?
The attitudes of the Roman empire towards Christianity changed over time, from initially hostile and, in some cases, even violent, to eventually accepting it as the official state religion. Initially, Christians were persecuted and regarded as a threat to the traditional Roman religion and way of life. However, over time, as the religion spread and gained more followers, Roman officials began to see the value of embracing Christianity as a means of establishing unity and order in the empire. In 313 CE, the emperor Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, which recognized Christianity as a legitimate religion and granted it toleration within the empire. Over time, Christianity became increasingly dominant and eventually became the official state religion of the Roman empire. This gradual shift in attitude was caused by a number of factors, including social and political pressures, as well as a growing recognition of the benefits of religious toleration and diversity.
Short Answer Response: Answer in complete sentences.
Describe the changing attitudes of the Roman empire towards Christianity. What caused them to change their views? Answer in one sentence.
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4 points