the decay of rome has been frequently ascribed to the translation of the seat of empire; but this history has already shewn that the powers of government were divided rather than removed. the throne of constantinople was erected in the east; while the west was still possessed by a series of emperors who held their residence in italy and claimed their equal inheritance of the legions and provinces. this dangerous novelty impaired the strength, and fomented the vices, of a double reign; the instruments of an oppressive and arbitrary system were multiplied; and a vain emulation of luxury, not of merit, was introduced and supported between the degenerate successors of the salutary event approved in some measure the judgment of constantine. during a long period of decay, his impregnable city repelled the victorious armies of barbarians, protected the wealth of asia, and commanded, both in peace and war, the important straits which connect the euxine and mediterranean seas. the foundation of constantinople more essentially contributed to the preservation of the east than to the ruin of the west. - edward gibbon, “general observations on the fall of the roman empire in the west,” from the decline and fall of the roman empire, 1776. which of these would best support the author’s assertions about the roman empire?

a) the city of rome would be sacked less than a century after the actions of theodosius.
b) imperial government engaged in extensive reform efforts to stop the decline.
c) conflict between the western and eastern halves of the empire hastens the fall.
d) the roman empire would continue to dominate the mediterranean world.

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For this unit assessment you will create a “mind map” to demonstrate your understanding of the material. what is a mind map? mind maps present information visually through the use of text and images. they have the following common elements: the central image and subject/title is located in the center of the map. use a pictogram or visual representation of the central topic along with the wording. detailed themes, ideas or concepts radiate out from the central idea. ideas clearly connect to central image and ideas consistently and accurately shift from broad scope to specific details. visuals and color clarify the information presented. words identify main ideas or concepts. be concise with the choice of words for your map. write single words or simple phrases. a mind map is clear and easy to follow. your mind map will answer the question: how have elements included in persia, decolonization and the cold war affected the development of the democratic republic of the congo and why does it matter today? your mind map will have four main branches from the central image/title. these branches include three of the persia categories, plus decolonization/cold war. choose three from the list below • politics • society • economy • intellectual - includes science, innovation, art • religion • area = geography and add decolonization/cold war requirements: at least 3 sub-branches (ideas) from each category; include as many sub-sub branches or paths as possible. the paths themselves can be designed in any manner, be creative and have fun, but remember to make your paths clear. include small illustrations – each main branch should have at least three small visuals/symbols/illustrations. prefer hand-drawn but could be a copied image use colored pencils for illustrations and if time, outline wording in fine black pen your mind map should fill the whole page. orient your paper using a landscape format. lastly - why does it matter? include a response to this part of the course essential question. it’s all about the content and showing me what you’ve learned. the more detailed information you can include, the better.

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