Roman Republic Questions

The Romans will take over Greek city-states in Italy about 50 years after the death of Alexander the Great. How do you think Alexander the Great would have reacted if he was still alive?

What are the three main types of soldier in the Roman military?

What were the four machines of war the Romans developed?

What was a Roman Standard?

How many soldiers make up a ‘Legion’? ________________ soldiers

• 1,000- 2,000

• 2,500- 3,000

• 4,000- 5,000

• 5,000- 6,000

When the Romans go into battle, what two groups are in the ‘front lines’?

Why are Auxiliaries and Reserves on the frontlines instead of the legionnaires?

What advantages did a gladius sword have over a long sword?

Why was Rome interested in taking over Carthage?

If the Republic is growing and expanding, why did unemployment and poverty increase?