3. Based on your knowledge of Global

History, identify two reasons why the Roman

Empire declined,

Possible Major Causes:

Conflict between the Emperor and the Senate

Weakening of the emperor's authority (after Christianity the Emperor was no longer seen as a god)

Political Corruption - there was never a clear-cut system for choosing a new emperor, leading the ones in power to "sell" the position to the highest bidder.

Money wasting - the Romans were very fond of their prostitutes and orgies and wasted a lot of money on lavish parties, as well as their yearly "games"