Nero's Infamous Legacy
Nero's reign is marked by the first major persecution of Christians, a scapegoat he used to deflect blame for the great fire of Rome. Contrary to popular belief, he was not present in the city during the blaze and instead rushed back to assist. His extravagant construction of the Domus Aurea, built on the ruins of the fire, fueled public outrage as it came at the expense of heavy taxation and the suffering of his people.In this clip
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Which of the following was one important reason for the fall of the Roman Empire in the west? A long period of drought destroyed crops and livestock. The use of slaves in the Roman army made missions inefficient. The refusal to tolerate and embrace Christianity upset polytheistic believers. Fierce, Germanic tribes led widespread invasions.
Which of the following was one important reason for the fall of the Roman Empire in the west? A) A long period of drought destroyed crops and livestock. B) The use of slaves in the Roman army made missions inefficient. C) The refusal to tolerate and embrace Christianity upset polytheistic believers. D) Fierce, Germanic tribes led widespread invasions.