Which of these factors led to the decline and eventual collapse of the Western Roman Empire? Select all that apply.

Constantine was a weak ruler.

Inflation was causing economic problems.

People were less interested in serving in government or in the military.

Too many Roman citizens wanted to join the army.

Outside invaders threatened the border areas.

Question

History

Imogen

6 October, 11:15

Which of these factors led to the decline and eventual collapse of the Western Roman Empire? Select all that apply.

Constantine was a weak ruler.

Inflation was causing economic problems.

People were less interested in serving in government or in the military.

Too many Roman citizens wanted to join the army.

Outside invaders threatened the border areas.

+4

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Ali Oneal · Answer 1

Answer: Outside Invaders Threatened Border Areas

Explanation: There were string of military losses sustained against the Germanic Tribes. Rome has been at constant war with the Germanic Tribes for centuries and by 300 AD, a Tribal group called the Goths had encroached the borders of the Roman Empire. In the year 410, Visigoth King Alaric sacked the city of Rome. Then the Vandals tribe sacked Rome in 455 as well. It was in 476, when the Germanic Leader Odoacer staged a revolt and deposed of the Emperor Romulus Augustulus. It is at this moment that Western Rome falls and the Medieval Age begins as Europe falls into a dark age.