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Upham Church of England Aided Primary School

History

Can I explain how the Roman empire expanded and became so powerful?

In English this week, you have read about the legend of Romulus and Remus which a story to show how the city of Rome was built.

Watch the video lesson below up to 21 minutes to find out more about why the Romans became so powerful and conquered new countries.

How the Roman empire became so powerful

Next watch the short video clip about the Roman empire.

The Roman empire

Read the information about how the Roman empire got bigger from the Powerpoint below.

Your task is to read the information about where the Romans had conquered and colour the maps to show these areas.

The answers are on the second page.

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