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Lullingstone Roman Villa in Kent was built in circa 100 AD and discovered in 1939. This is a detail of the mosaic floor in the audience chamber, depicting Bellerophon riding Pegasus and spearing Chimaera.
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Teachers' Notes: Roman Britain
Worksheet: Roman Remains - Recording
Whiteboard Activity (Smart): Roman Remains
Whiteboard Activity (Promethean): Roman Remains
Teaching Idea
What can archaeological evidence tell us about Roman life?Explain to pupils about evidence and the role of an archaeologist. The worksheet above provides additional information on this topic. Then ask pupils to look at the pictures in the Image by Theme collection called Roman Remains. Ask pupils to choose 3 of the pictures that they think show evidence that the Romans settled in Britain after they had invaded. Then ask them to present their choices in the chart provided (see worksheet), giving reasons for each choice. This could then lead to a class discussion about their choices.
Learning Aims and Outcomes
- To select and record information about Roman ways of life
- To use the terms 'invade' and 'settle'
- To learn how evidence can tell you about Roman life
- To ask and answer questions about what survived from the Roman settlement of Britain
- To present information to show an understanding of the impact of Roman settlement on Britain
Prior Knowledge
- An understanding that the Romans invaded Britain in the past
Extended Learning and Useful Links
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