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Fall of the Western Empire

Question 5 • Social Studies 8 - LIU Summer

What made the Western Roman Empire vulnerable to invasion from the Goths?

Answer
A
It was cut off from key trade routes.
B
It suffered from instability and civil war.
C
It had a large supply of grain that others wanted.
D
It had many ships that other groups wanted to seize.

Explanation

The Western Roman Empire was weakened by political instability and repeated civil wars. These conflicts drained its resources and distracted its armies, making it harder to defend its borders against the Goths. The correct choice is “It suffered from instability and civil war.”

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