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Noble, Western Civilization: The Continuing Experiment, 4e
Thomas F. X. Noble, University of Virginia
Barry S. Strauss, Cornell University
Duane J. Osheim, University of Virginia
Kristen B. Neuschel, Duke University
William B. Cohen, Indiana University
David D. Roberts, University of Georgia
Rachel G. Fuchs, Arizona State University
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Chapter 7:
The World of Late Antiquity, 284 - ca. 600
Review Questions
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What steps did Diocletian take to address Rome's problems? How successful
were his efforts?
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What were the consequences of Constantine's legalization of Christianity? What light does it shed
on the place of Christianity in fourth-century Roman society?
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What challenges did the Catholic Church face in the period 300 - 600? How would you describe the Church's development in this period?
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Describe the relationship between Romans and barbarians in the fourth century.
Why did the barbarians invade Rome? What did they hope to gain?
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Compare and contrast the Roman Empire in the east and the Roman Empire in
the west. How would you explain the survival of the Empire in the east for
centuries after the fall of the Empire in the west?
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Compare and contrast late-antique Roman society and Roman society during the age of
Augustus. How would you explain the changes you note?
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