Question

Which prompt would be best addressed with a cause-and-effect structure?

Answer 1

Answer:

C. In the ancient world, Rome was the center of a powerful empire.

However, it gradually lost its strength, and in 410 CE it was

invaded and practically destroyed. What factors contributed to

Rome's downfall? Why did it find itself unable to defend its own

walls?

Explanation:

The first question asks what the cause of Rome's downfall was. In the second sentence the effect is Rome was invaded and destroyed.