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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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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What were the people in Britain in 43 CE known as?

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Q2.When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?

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Q3.What period of time were the Briton's living in during 43 CE?

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Q4.Why was Caesar concerned about returning to Rome after the Gallic Wars?

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Q5.Which city did Romulus become the King of?

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What were the people in Britain in 43 CE known as?

1/5

Q2.When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?

2/5

Q3.What period of time were the Briton's living in during 43 CE?

3/5

Q4.Why was Caesar concerned about returning to Rome after the Gallic Wars?

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Q5.Which city did Romulus become the King of?

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How did the Romans conquer Britain?

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Q1.Who was the Emperor of Rome in 43 CE?

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Q2.Which of these is not an accurate description of the Roman Army?

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Q3.What was the name of the large houses that the Romans built?

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Q4.Which of these jobs did Caesar not have during his lifetime?

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Q5.When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?

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Quiz:

How did the Romans conquer Britain?

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Who was the Emperor of Rome in 43 CE?

1/5

Q2.Which of these is not an accurate description of the Roman Army?

2/5

Q3.What was the name of the large houses that the Romans built?

3/5

Q4.Which of these jobs did Caesar not have during his lifetime?

4/5

Q5.When did Julius Caesar's failed invasions of Britain take place?

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