12 Questions
What were the two main types of Roman soldiers?
Legionaries and auxiliaries
What were the requirements to be a legionary in the Roman Army?
Over 17 years old, a Roman citizen, and fighting fit
What special skills did some Roman soldiers have?
Shooting bows and arrows, flinging stones from slingshots, and swimming rivers to surprise an enemy
Describe the battle formation of Roman soldiers.
They usually lined up in a tight formation and, after a burst of arrows and artillery, marched at a slow steady pace towards the enemy.
What were the duties of auxiliaries in the Roman Army?
Guarding forts and fighting in battles
What were some tasks Roman soldiers had to perform after a long day's march?
Build a camp, complete with a ditch and a wall of wooden stakes
What was the main requirement to be a legionary in the Roman Army?
Being over 17 years old and a Roman citizen
What was the primary role of auxiliaries in the Roman Army?
Guarding forts and fighting in battles
What was the typical battle formation of Roman soldiers?
Tight formation with a slow steady march towards the enemy
What could some Roman soldiers do as special skills?
Shooting bows and arrows, flinging stones from slingshots, or swimming rivers to surprise an enemy
What was a common task for Roman soldiers after a long day's march?
Building a camp, complete with a ditch and a wall of wooden stakes
What was a characteristic of being an auxiliary in the Roman Army?
Guarding forts and fighting in battles
Test your knowledge about the recruitment criteria, roles, and types of soldiers in the Roman army. Learn about legionaries, auxiliaries, and their special skills.
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