Question

What long-term political factors led to the collapse of the Roman Empire?

A.People began to take more interest in government affairs.
B.People began to feel that government service was a burden.
C.People increased support of the army under the threat of invasion.
D.People increased support of emperors under the threat of invasion.

Answer 1

Answer: B. People began to feel that government service was a burden.

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Answer 2

The best option from the list would be that "C.People increased support of the army under the threat of invasion," since this led to a diminished amount of power at the state level--leading to chaos in the border region of the empire.