Question

Which climatic events impacted both the Roman and Han Empires?

A. All of the above
B. The end of the Roman Climate Optimum in the second century
C. A surge in El Niño events in the fourth century
D. Reduced temperatures after a massive volcanic eruption in the sixth century

Answer 1

The Roman and Han Empires were impacted by the end of the Roman Climate Optimum, surge in El Niño events, and reduced temperatures after a volcanic eruption.

Step-by-step explanation:

The climatic events that impacted both the Roman and Han Empires include:

1. The end of the Roman Climate Optimum in the second century
2. A surge in El Niño events in the fourth century
3. Reduced temperatures after a massive volcanic eruption in the sixth century

These events had significant effects on agriculture, resulting in famine, economic instability, and weakened empires.