How did the Romans conquer Britain?

In this lesson we will learn about how the Romans conquered Britain. We will begin by looking at why Emperor Claudius chose to invade Britain and the key differences between the Roman and Celtic armies. Finally we will look at how the Romans built towns and cities across Britain.

How did the Romans conquer Britain?

In this lesson we will learn about how the Romans conquered Britain. We will begin by looking at why Emperor Claudius chose to invade Britain and the key differences between the Roman and Celtic armies. Finally we will look at how the Romans built towns and cities across Britain.

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Key learning points

  1. The difference between the Roman and Celtic armies
  2. How the Romans built up new towns and cities

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5 Questions

Q1.
What were the people in Britain in 43 CE known as?
Correct answer: Celts
Gauls
Romans
Q2.
When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?
264 BCE, 218 BCE and 146 BCE
43 CE and 44 CE
Correct answer: 55 BCE and 54 BCE
Q3.
What period of time were the Briton's living in during 43 CE?
The Bronze Age
The Industrial Age
Correct answer: The Iron Age
The Stone Age
Q4.
Why was Caesar concerned about returning to Rome after the Gallic Wars?
He did not want to cause a civil war
Correct answer: He thought he would be prosecuted for corruption
He was worried the Gauls might return
Q5.
Which city did Romulus become the King of?
Carthage
London
Correct answer: Rome
Turin

5 Questions

Q1.
Who was the Emperor of Rome in 43 CE?
Correct answer: Claudius
Julius Caesar
Pompey
Q2.
Which of these is not an accurate description of the Roman Army?
Correct answer: Chaotic fighting style
Well equipped
Well organised
Well trained
Q3.
What was the name of the large houses that the Romans built?
Amphitheaters
Forums
Temples
Correct answer: Villas
Q4.
Which of these jobs did Caesar not have during his lifetime?
Correct answer: Freeman
General
Politician
Scholar
Q5.
When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?
264 BCE, 218 BCE and 146 BCE
43 CE and 44 CE
Correct answer: 55 BCE and 54 BCE

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UnitHistory / Roman Britain

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