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P.281-285 __**Ideas to think about**__ (Don't answer these) What were the economic, political, and social factors that caused the decline of Rome? Describe Diocletian's attempt to strengthen the empire by dividing it. Analyze Constantine's ongoing efforts at reform in the Roman Empire.

1. What were some of the economic problems that began to surface in the Roman Empire? 2. What were some of the military problems the Roman Empire faced? 3. During what century did the Roman Empire stop expanding? 4. Why did the size of the Roman Empire make it difficult to govern? 5. What steps did Diocletian take to make management of the empire easier? 6. How might taking absolute power have helped Diocletian rule the Roman Empire? 7. What major decision did Constantine make in 330 CE? How did it affect the Roman Empire? 8. Which part of the Roman Empire did not experience attacks in the time period covered by the map on p. 284? Why do you think that was?

Make sure you record the notes on p.282 for the decline of the Roman Empire. Solutions to Rome's problems