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Stage 25 Culture Review Questions

Explore the fascinating world of Roman soldiers, debunking common misconceptions and shedding light on the true facts about their lives, equipment, and training. Discover the truth behind the gladius, pugio, scutum, caligae, and more!

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Stage 25 Culture Review Questions

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  1. Stage 25 Culture Review Questions Period I - 2015

  2. Verum/Falsum • Roman soldiers spent the majority of their time fighting in combat • The average Roman tour of duty lasted 12 years. • Auxiliary troops were granted citizenship at the end of their tour of duty. • There were 500 men in a Roman legion • The gladius was worn on the right. • Vegetius says a solider has to have alert eyes and a pot-belly.

  3. Multiple Choice Questions • What was a pugio? • Dagger • Shield • Javelin • Sword • Which of the following is NOT a desirable quality of a Roman solider? • Alert Eyes • Broad Chest • Big Feet • Long Fingers • Which of the following was physical training for a new recruit? • Underwater basket weaving • Carrying a backpack • Cheerleading • Swaggin’ around

  4. Short Answer Questions • What is a scutum? • What are the caligae? • Name 2 of the 4 deductions from a Roman soldiers’ pay • What happens when a soldier is promoted? • When did men do at the end of a march?

  5. Short Answer Questions • What was the best way to use a sword? • What was the pay rate during the reign of Domitian? • What items did a legionary soldier carry on marches?

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