Roman Recap

When did the Romans invade Britain?

• 43 AD

• 46 BC

• 1466 AD

• 550 BC

Who tried to conquer Britain but was not successful?

• Claudius

• Augustus

• Caesar

• Hadrian

Answer explanation

Julius Caesar had tried to conquer Britain a couple of times before – in 55 and 54 BC – but hadn’t been successful. 

However, in 43 AD Emperor Claudius was successful in his invasion of Britain!

What were the requirements to be a legionarie soldier?

• Over 16 years old. From a country outside of Italy.

• 18 or over years old.
  Shorter than all other soldiers

• Over 17 years old and a Roman Citizen

• In charge of a Century (80 men or more). Must carry a rod to show importance.

Answer explanation

• The legionaries were the elite (very best) soldiers. A legionary had to be over 17 years old and a Roman citizen.

• Legionaries signed up for at least 25 years' service. But if they survived their time, they were rewarded with a gift of land they could farm. Old soldiers often retired together in military towns, called ‘Colonia’.

Who was living in England and Scotland when the Romans arrived?

• Vikings

• Anglo-Saxons

• Celtics

Who led the Celtic rebellion against the Romans?

• Edward the Confessor

• Boudicca

• Eric Bloodaxe

• William The Conqueror

Who took over Britain when the Romans left?

• The Vikings

• The Anglo-Saxons

• The Celts

• The French