Roman Army Notes Review

What was the major unit of the Roman army?

• DLEG

• LEG

• FITAN

• Legion

What was the main job of the Legionaries?

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• Conquered new lands

• Guarded the borders

• Kept the peace

• Built roads and bridges

What was the chief function of the Praetorian Guard?

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• Guard the emperor

• Build roads and bridges

• Serve as a last line of defense for the city of Rome

• Conquer new lands

What were the advantages of being a Roman soldier?

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• Better medical treatment

• You get to keep the spoils of war

• Good pay

• You received land when you retired

How many soldiers were there in a legion?

• Approximately 30,000

• Approximately 20,000

• Approximately 10,000

• Approximately 5,000

What were the ages of Roman citizens who served in the legion?

• Between 17-45

• Between 35-45

• Between 17-25

• Between 25-35

How long did soldiers serve in the Roman army?

• 10-15 years

• 15-20 years

• 20-25 years

• 25-30 years

What did Roman soldiers receive when they retired?

• Land

• Money

• Titles

• Houses

What did Roman soldiers receive as a proper burial?

• Cremation

• Burial at sea

• Funeral club

• Burial in a common grave

What was the size of a century in a legion?

• 50 men

• 80 men

• 100 men

• 120 men