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Pretend that you are a scholar traveling around what used to be the Roman Empire in the year 500 c.e. The empire has fallen, and you are writing a eulogy to commemorate the achievements of the Romans. (A eulogy is a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something, often after death.) Your eulogy must clearly answer this question: What are the lasting contributions of the Roman Empire? Your eulogy must include these elements:

A.	the title "The Glory of Rome Is Not Forgotten"
B.	three sections:
	•	A one-paragraph summary of the fall of the Roman Empire. It might begin, "The Roman Empire suffered many problems in its final years." Provide at least three supporting details in this section.
	•	A one- to two-paragraph highlight of the legacies of the Roman Empire. It might begin, "The Roman Empire has many lasting achievements." Discuss at least five important contributions in this section.
	•	A one- to two-paragraph discussion of the ways in which the accomplishments of the Roman Empire might influence the world in years to come. It might begin, "In the future, the Roman Empire will influence the world in these ways." Provide at least three examples in this section.
C.	at least two visuals to complement the last two sections of your eulogy.
D.	a rough draft.
E.	a typed, final draft with proper grammar and spelling.

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