The Role of the Roman Army in Empire Building and Control - Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Explore the pivotal role of the Roman army in expanding and maintaining one of the most powerful empires in history with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet! Focusing on how the Roman military was organized, its battle strategies, and its impact on the growth and stability of the Roman Empire, this worksheet brings the fascinating world of ancient Rome’s military to life for your students.

Through detailed reading passages, primary source analysis, and comprehension activities, students will gain an in-depth understanding of how the Roman army conquered vast territories, spread Roman culture, and defended the empire’s borders.

What’s Included:

• Informative Reading Passage that covers the structure, strategies, and role of the Roman army in expanding and controlling the empire.
• Primary Source Analysis featuring an excerpt from Tacitus on the Roman army’s role in pacifying conquered lands.
• Multiple-Choice, Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short-Answer Questions to assess students’ understanding and encourage critical thinking.
• Answer Key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the organizational structure of the Roman army and its significance in military success.
• Analyze how Roman military tactics and engineering contributed to empire building and defense.
• Explore the dual role of the Roman army as both a conquering force and a tool for spreading Roman culture and law.
• Engage with a primary source to develop historical analysis skills.

Perfect for: This worksheet is ideal for World History, Ancient Civilizations, or

Social Studies classes for grades 7-12. Use it for:

• In-class assignments to deepen understanding of the Roman Empire.
• Homework assignments that reinforce key historical concepts.
• Sub plans with independent reading and analysis tasks.
• Review activities for assessments or exams on Ancient Rome.

Common Core Alignment:

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.9: Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Courses:

• World History: Ancient Rome
• Military History
• Government and Political Systems

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