Economic Problems Leading to the Fall of Rome
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the economic issues that contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire, focusing on key vocabulary and concepts.
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Economic Problems Leading to the Fall of Rome
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Concepts related to the Fall of Rome's Economy
Source A: Economic Decline in Rome
'The Roman economy faced severe difficulties, including heavy taxation, inflation, and a declining trade network. These problems weakened the empire from within, making it more vulnerable to external invasions.' Provenance: Excerpt from a history textbook discussing the economic decline of Rome.
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Define the term 'inflation' as it relates to the Roman economy. (2 marks)
[2 marks]2.
Explain how heavy taxation contributed to economic problems in Rome. (4 marks)
[4 marks]3.
Compare the impacts of inflation and heavy taxation on the Roman economy. (6 marks)
[6 marks]4.
Outline how declining trade affected Rome's economic stability. (4 marks)
[4 marks]5.
Analyse the role of economic problems in making Rome more vulnerable to invasions. (8 marks)
[8 marks]6.
Write a summary explaining the connection between economic problems and the fall of Rome. (6 marks)
[6 marks]7.
Compare the economic decline of Rome with another empire or civilization of your choice. (8 marks)
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