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Rise of Charlemagne

After the fall of the western Roman Empire, the Carolingian dynasty emerged, with Charlemagne becoming its most notable king. His crowning by the pope in 800 marked a significant shift in power dynamics, as the Byzantine influence waned. Despite his achievements, the fragmentation of his kingdom after his death set the stage for future conflicts and the eventual rise of the Holy Roman Empire.

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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.