The Fall of the Western Roman Empire
About:
This worksheet explores the fall of the Western Roman Empire, one of the most significant turning points in world
history. It examines the economic troubles, invasions, and political instability that weakened Roman power over
centuries. Students will learn about key figures such as Attila, Alaric, and Odoacer, and understand how the
empire in the west finally collapsed in 476 AD. The worksheet also connects these ancient events to lessons that
remain relevant today.
What’s Included:
This worksheet features Article (5 paragraphs), True/False (16 statements), Comprehension Questions (6),
Multiple Choice (15), Word Search (15 words), Crossword (10 clues), and Odd One Out (30 words).
Target Grades:
Grades 5-8
Teacher Note:
This worksheet works well after a lesson on ancient Rome, since it reinforces cause-and-effect thinking about
how large empires can decline. Encourage students to look for connections between economic problems, weak
leadership, and outside pressures rather than memorizing a single simple cause.