Suburani Chapter 9 Why Join the Roman Army

At what age could young men sign up for the Roman army?

• 14

• 16

• 18

• 21

What preference was given to men who had a trade that would be useful, such as carpenters or smiths, when they joined the Roman army?

• Higher rank

• Special training

• Official documentation stating their date of discharge

• More wages

Imagine you've just hung up your shield and are retiring from the Roman army. What awesome retirement package could you expect to receive?

• A military diploma

• Citizenship

• A pension and sometimes land

• A higher position in society

How long did auxiliaries have to serve in the Roman army before being discharged?

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 20 years

• 25 years

What was included in the rigorous training program before traveling to join a legion?

• Horseback riding

• Archery

• Clothing and armor

• Diplomatic skills

Guess what? After years of battling and showing unparalleled bravery, every auxiliary soldier in the Roman army was rewarded upon completing their service. Can you tell what it was?

• A wreath of honor

• A military diploma granting them citizenship

• A large sum of money

• A plot of land