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Division of the Roman Empire — Unit test

Question 7 • Social Studies 8 - LIU Summer

What was one problem with the tax system under the Roman Empire?

Answer
A
Taxes were so high that people stopped paying them.
B
Taxes were too low to support the needs of the empire.
C
Taxes were placed on the wealthy class but not on the lower classes.
D
Taxes were imposed on the people of Rome but not in conquered areas.

Explanation

A major problem was that taxes became so burdensome that some people could not or would not pay them. This reduced the revenue the empire collected and added to its financial difficulties. The other choices do not describe this problem: taxes were not limited to the wealthy or to people living in Rome.

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