Year 3
How did the Romans change Britain?
In this lesson we will learn about how the Romans changed Britain. We will begin by looking at how the Romans built roads and then look at how they introduced new methods to keep their towns and cities clean. Finally, we will explore how the Romans governed Britain.
Year 3
How did the Romans change Britain?
In this lesson we will learn about how the Romans changed Britain. We will begin by looking at how the Romans built roads and then look at how they introduced new methods to keep their towns and cities clean. Finally, we will explore how the Romans governed Britain.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Roman towns, cities and buildings
- Roman roads
- Government and taxes
- Roman plumbing and sewage
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5 Questions
Q1.
Which part of England were the Iceni tribe from?
Colchester
Suffolk
Q2.
How much of his kingdom did Prasutagus have to give to Emperor Nero in order to remain King?
His entire kingdom
One quarter of his kingdom
Q3.
How were Paulinus' army able to defeat Boudicca at Watling Road?
Boudicca surrendered
They had more soldiers
Q4.
Which of these is not an accurate description of the Roman Army?
Well equipped
Well organised
Well trained
Q5.
When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?
264 BCE, 218 BCE and 146 BCE
43 CE and 44 CE
5 Questions
Q1.
Which of these statements is not true?
Before the Romans arrived there were few roads in Britain
The Romans tried to build straight roads so that journeys would be as quick as possible
Q2.
What did the Romans build to transport water to their towns and cities?
Roads
Underground sewers
Q3.
Who did the Romans put in charge of their provinces in Britain?
Consuls
Soldiers
Q4.
What was the name of the large houses that the Romans built?
Amphitheaters
Forums
Temples
Q5.
How were Paulinus' army able to defeat Boudicca at Watling Road?
Boudicca surrendered
They had more soldiers