Roman Archaeology Article - Roman Camp

What tool did Oxford archaeologists use to identify new Roman military camps?

• Historical texts

• Excavation

• Metal detectors

• Google Earth

In which journal was the discovery of the Roman military camps published?

• Antiquity

• Archaeology Today

• Nature

• Science

What shape were the Roman military camps identified as having?

• Triangular shape

• Circular shape

• Playing card shape

• Square shape

What was the Roman takeover of the Nabataean Kingdom dated to?

• AD 150

• AD 106

• AD 210

• BC 100

Where is the world-famous city of Petra located?

• Jordan

• Italy

• Greece

• Egypt

What suggests the Roman annexation of the Nabataean Kingdom was not straightforward?

• Diplomatic talks

• Peaceful negotiations

• Economic sanctions

• Quick military movements

What type of unit likely built the camps due to the terrain?

• Engineer corps

• Infantry unit

• Cavalry unit

• Naval unit

What was the significant difference between the westernmost camp and the other two?

• It was larger

• It was smaller

• It was underwater

• It was in a forest

What was the purpose of the Roman military camps?

• Temporary defended stations

• Trade centers

• Permanent settlements

• Religious sites

What did the camps' location strategy aim to add to the Roman attack?

• Increased defense

• Element of surprise

• Better supply lines

• Public visibility