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1
When did Julius Caesar first invade Britain?
50 BC
55BC
53 BC
2
What stopped Caesar's reinforcements from landing?
Their ships weren't ready
They were scared of the Celts
Bad storms
3
The following year, Caesar returned - how many soldiers did he bring?
Around 2,500
He didn't bring any - he had left many soldiers in Britain
27,000
4
When Caesar left Britain, what did he take?
Maps, gold and slaves
Photos, souvenirs and a nice postcard
Hostages and valuable information
5
Which Emperor returned in AD43?
Claudius
Hadrian
Romulus
6
Why was Colchester important to the Romans?
They had heard about the pleasant tourist facilities
It was an important Celtic religious centre
It was the place where all of Britain's gold was stored
7
The Romans built a bridge over the River Thames - why did this become important?
A town grew up around the bridge
They could charge people for crossing - and make money!
It allowed invaders quick access to Colchester
8
Why did Londinium become the capital of Roman Britain?
It just did - the Romans decided
It became a place where important roads met and where ships could deliver goods
It was in the middle of Britain so allowed quick and easy access to all areas of the country
9
Who led a major revolt against the Romans in AD60?
The residents of Londinium
Boudicca
Brutus
10
What did the Romans do as they marched?
Built bridges and straight roads
Sang war chants to worry the natives
Wrote down details about all aspects of the unknown country
11
The Romans built forts as bases for the army. What was special about the forts?
They were the first two storey buildings in Britain
They were made of wood - a new material
They were always built to exactly the same pattern
12
Which of these reasons isn't a reason by Hadrian's wall was built?
To control trade
To remind locals how powerful the Romans were
To keep out tribes that the Romans hadn't conquered
To provide money for pay
13
What were legions?
Horrible cuts on your legs
What the Roman army was divided into
What Roman Britain was divided into
14
How were auxiliaries different from legionaries?
Legionaries were resident in the country where they fought whereas auxiliaries fought all over the Empire
Legionaries were paid very well for their work whereas auxiliaries weren't paid at all - even though they probably worked harder
A legionary was a highly trained soldier with a wide range of skills, whereas auxiliaries were from conquered tribes and often had special skills
15
Which of the following is a good example of how the Romans changed Britain?
Latin became the main language for offical documents and administration
Everyone obeyed Roman laws and followed a Roman way of life
Romans and natives bagan to trade freely
16
After AD250 it became more difficult for the Romans to govern Britain - why?
Raiders from outside of Roman Britain were attacking more and more often
A terrible plague swept across Britain
A huge growth in the population meant there were too many people!
17
What happened in AD411 that signalled the end of Roman Britain?
The great fire of AD411, destroying buildings and forts
Part of Empire expansion plans meant many soliders were required elsewhere
No more pay was sent from Rome
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