Question

Which of these contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire?

Political corruption and increasing wealth

Cultural decline and military defeats

Increasing supplies of gold and declining roads

Answer 1

Political corruption and increasing wealth

The wealthy kept getting wealthier while the poor kept getting poorer, which led to a division of social classes and resentment. Also, inflation occurred because too much gold was being spent on luxury items. Meanwhile, the empire had difficulty choosing a dictator and certain emperors were killed by the populace.