Reading | Unit 14 - The Romans

What did the Romans call the collection of countries they controlled?

• Roman Territories

• Roman Conquests

• Roman Kingdoms

• Roman Empire

Why did the Romans build straight roads in the countries they conquered?

• To make the landscape look more organised.

• To confuse and slow down enemies.

• Because it was quicker to walk along straight roads.

• To create a challenge for travellers.

What did Roman soldiers do to ensure people obeyed them when they traveled along the roads?

• They used magic spells.

• They marched quickly and made people obey.

• They played music to entertain people.

• They asked politely.

What protected a Roman soldier's head in battle?

• A metal helmet

• A leather hat

• A wooden shield

• A feathered headdress

What did the Roman soldiers wear to keep warm?

• Metal armour

• Woollen tunics

• Leather vests

• Cotton shirts

What was the color associated with Roman soldiers? a) Blue b) Green c) Red d) Yellow

• Blue

• Green

• Red

• Yellow

What city did the Romans come from?

• London

• Rome

• Valletta

• Paris

What did a good Roman soldier become?

• A cook

• A farmer

• A leader of a hundred men

• A poet

What did soldiers learn to drive in Rome?

• Cars

• Bicycles

• Chariots

• Tanks

What type of animals pulled chariots in Rome?

• Horses

• Elephants

• Camels

• Oxen