What long-term effect did the burning of Rome have on the Wester

What long-term effect did the burning of Rome have on the Western Roman Empire?
A、It led to an increase in trade and commerce.
B、It resulted in the unification of the Western and Eastern Roman Empires.
C、It contributed to the decline and eventual fall of the Western Roman Empire.
D、It prompted the construction of stronger city walls to prevent future invasions.
【正确答案】：C
【题目解析】：It contributed to the decline and eventual fall of the Western Roman Empire.