The Roman Army

Why was the Roman army the largest and strongest force in the ancient world?

• Soldiers were best trained.

• It conquered a vast empire.

• Soldiers had best weapons and armours.

• It was very advanced for that time.

Both men and women were allowed in the Roman Army.

• True.

• False.

How many types of Roman soldiers were there?

• One.

• Two.

• Three.

The _______ were the elite soldiers. They had to be over 17 years old and a Roman citizen.

• Legionaries.

• Auxiliaries.

• Leaders.

The ______________ were soldiers who were not a Roman citizens.They guarded forts and frontiers but also fought in battles, often in the front lines where it was the most dangerous.

• Legionaries.

• Auxiliaries.

• Leaders.

Most soldiers in the Roman Empire came from countries outside Italy.

• True.

• False.

If a Roman soldier didn't follow orders he could face minor punishments.

• True.

• False.

If a Roman soldier fell asleep at duty he could be...

• Excused.

• Suspended for some time.

• Expelled from the army.

• Sentenced to death.