Timeline & Chronology of the Druids in Iron Age Britain

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Timeline & Chronology of the Druids in Iron Age Britain

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Timeline and Key Events of the Druids in Iron Age Britain

Source A: Ancient Texts

'The Druids were the spiritual leaders, teachers, and judges among the Celtic tribes in Britain and Gaul. They held great influence over social and religious life.' Provenance: Roman historian Tacitus, 'Germania', circa 98 AD.

1.
Outline the role of Druids in Iron Age Britain based on Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the Roman view of Druids with what you know about their role in Iron Age Britain. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Explain how the timeline of Druid activity reflects their importance in Iron Age society. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
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Chronology of Druid-Related Events

Source B: Archaeological Evidence

'Druidic sites, such as stone circles and ritual areas, date back to the late Iron Age. These sites suggest religious practices and gatherings.' Provenance: Archaeological reports from British sites, 20th century.

1.
Compare the archaeological evidence with written sources about Druids. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how the dating of Druidic sites helps us understand their timeline of activity. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
3.
Explain why the decline of Druidic sites is significant in understanding the end of Druid influence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
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Summary and Reflection

Reflect on the significance of Druids in Iron Age Britain based on the sources and chronology discussed. Consider their social, religious, and political roles and how they changed over time.

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Write a short summary explaining the importance of Druids in Iron Age society. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
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Analyse how the evidence from sources and archaeology helps us understand the role of Druids. (5 marks)
[5 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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