Which statement best completes this diagram on the fall of the Western
Roman Empire?
Germanic
invaders attack
the city of
Rome
The Roman
Empire loses
control over land
in Africa and
western Europe
?
A. Emperor Constantine founds the city of Constantinople.
B. Odoacer overthrows the empire and declares himself king of Italy.
C. Hannibal Barca invades Italy and defeats several Roman armies.
D. Emperor Diocletian divides the Roman Empire in half.
