Roman Army Flashcards
What was the primary unit of the Roman army?
Legion
True or False: A Roman legion typically consisted of about 5,000 soldiers.
True
Fill in the blank: The Roman army was known for its ______ tactics and discipline.
military
What were the soldiers of the Roman army called?
Legionaries
Which rank was responsible for commanding a Roman legion?
Legate
Multiple Choice: What was the main weapon of a Roman soldier?
Gladius
What type of formation did the Roman army often use in battle?
Testudo formation
True or False: The Roman army included both infantry and cavalry units.
True
Fill in the blank: The Roman army was divided into smaller units called ______.
cohorts
What was the auxiliary in the context of the Roman army?
Non-citizen troops who supported the legions.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a typical role in the Roman army?
Merchant
What was the purpose of the Roman army’s fortifications?
To protect against invasions and provide a base for operations.
True or False: Roman soldiers were often granted land upon retirement.
True
Fill in the blank: The Roman army was known for its ______, which included training and discipline.
organization
What was the significance of the Pax Romana for the Roman army?
It allowed for a period of peace and stability, reducing the need for military campaigns.
Multiple Choice: Who was the first Roman emperor who reformed the army?
Augustus
What was the role of a centurion in the Roman army?
To command a century, which was a unit of about 80 soldiers.
True or False: The Roman army was entirely composed of Roman citizens.
False
Fill in the blank: The Roman army’s primary objective was to ______ the empire’s borders.
defend
What was the name of the Roman army’s standard?
Aquila
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a common punishment in the Roman army?
Decimation
What was a common training method for Roman soldiers?
Marching long distances and practicing combat maneuvers.
True or False: The Roman army used siege engines in warfare.
True
Fill in the blank: The Roman army expanded significantly during the ______ period.
Imperial
