Causes and Consequences of the Fall of Rome: Economic Problems
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This worksheet explores the economic problems that contributed to the fall of Rome, encouraging students to analyze causes and effects.
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Causes and Consequences of the Fall of Rome: Economic Problems
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Introduction to Rome's Economic Problems
Source A: Excerpt from a Roman historian
'The empire's wealth was draining away through excessive taxes, inflation, and reliance on slave labor, which hindered innovation and productivity.' Provenance: Written by Tacitus, a Roman historian, around 100 AD.
Impact of Economic Problems on Rome's Decline
Source B: Letter from a Roman merchant
'Trade has decreased significantly; taxes are crushing merchants, and many are abandoning their businesses.' Provenance: Letter written by a merchant in Rome, circa 250 AD.
Consequences of Economic Problems
Source C: Excerpt from a modern historian
'The economic decline destabilized the social fabric of Rome, leading to increased unrest, weakened armies, and ultimately the fall of the Western Roman Empire.' Provenance: Modern historical analysis by Dr. Jane Carter.
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