Year 7 Roman Test & History Skills

Which of these were factors when choosing where to set up an army camp? MC

• Near bridges

• In open countryside

• Near drinking water

• Near trees

Which of these did a typical Roman soldier have? MC

• Helmet

• Catapult

• Socks

• Scarf

• Sword

What was special about a Roman soldier's breastplate? SA

• It was made up of 10 layers of metal

• It covered his legs as well as his chest

• It was made in segments which allowed for better movement

• There were pockets in it for carrying food

How many men made up a contubernium? SA

• 2

• 100

• 80

• 8

Which of these was not an auxiliary? SA

• slingers

• cavalry

• legionaries

• archers

At what age would you most likely sign up for the army? SA

• 12

• 15

• 18

• 25

What does S.P.Q.R. stand for in Latin?

• Senatus Populusque Romanus

• Populum Senatumque Romanus

• Romanō Populōque Senatū

• Senatīs Populīsque Romanīs

After the final king of Rome was overthrown, the Romans created a government called a _____________.

• Democracy
• Oligarchy
• Republic
• Tyranny

How many kings in total ruled Rome?

• 7

• 15

• 2

• 4

The final three kings of Rome were:

• Etruscan

• Greek

• Roman

• Sicilian