8.6 Live Classroom - Roman Army Equipment Preview

Open Ended

Imagine you are a Roman solider and are marching off to war. Soldiers at this time fought with swords, spears, bows and arrows.

What challenges will you face in battle? What might you realistically use to protect yourself?

Write 1-2 sentences.

Poll

What do you think was the most important piece of armor to keep a Roman safe?

(Be prepared to raise your hand and give 1 reason why).

• Segmented Armor

• Helmet

• Shield

Match

Match each piece of armor to how it protected an Ancient Roman soldier.

• Segmented Armor

• Helmet

• Shield

This protected the body and organs.

This protected the soldier's head.

Protected against swords and arrows. ID.

• This protected the body and organs.

• This protected the soldier's head.

• Protected against swords and arrows. ID.

Poll

Which was the most important Roman weapon? (Be prepared to justify your answer - why?).

• Sword

• Javelin - "Pila"

• Dagger

Match

Match the Roman weapon to it's use.

• Sword

• Javelin

• Dagger

Main weapon used for most fighting.

Thrown to attack form far away.

Emergency weapon that soldiers may need.

• Main weapon used for most fighting.

• Thrown to attack form far away.

• Emergency weapon that soldiers may need.

Match

Match the item to how it helped the Roman soldier's daily life. (Think: Which was the most improtant?).

• Marching Pack

• Pickaxe

• Sandals

Carried supplies for long marches

Used for digging and construction

Provided grip + protection for marching

• Carried supplies for long marches

• Used for digging and construction

• Provided grip + protection for marching

Open Ended

What was the most important piece of equipment with a Roman soldier?

Restate: The most important piece of equipment on a Roman soldier was _____...

Answer: ...because ___________

Cite: Quote or paraphrase evidence from the reading

Remember what you learned about A+ versus B-C writing!