Timeline & Chronology of Iron Age Britain: Hillforts

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet helps students understand the development and significance of hillforts in Iron Age Britain through timeline activities and chronological analysis.

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Timeline & Chronology of Iron Age Britain: Hillforts

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to Hillforts

Source A: Archaeological Summary of Hillforts 'Hillforts are large, fortified settlements built on high ground during the Iron Age. They typically feature defensive walls, ditches, and entrances.' Provenance: Summary written by archaeologists from recent excavations.

1.
Outline the main features of hillforts as described in Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain why hillforts were built in elevated locations. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Timeline of Hillfort Construction

Source B: Timeline of Iron Age Britain 'The earliest hillforts appeared around 800 BC. Construction peaked between 500 and 300 BC, with some continuing into the Roman period.' Provenance: Chronology from archaeological dating of hillfort remains.

1.
Compare the periods when hillfort construction was most active. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline the significance of the timeline for understanding Iron Age society. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
C

Analysis of Hillfort Use and Function

Source C: Modern historian's view 'Hillforts served not only as defensive structures but also as symbols of power and social organization.' Provenance: Written by a contemporary historian analyzing archaeological evidence.

1.
Analyse the different roles hillforts played in Iron Age Britain. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
2.
Explain how the functions of hillforts might have changed over time. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Summary and Reflection

Source D: Student's Summary 'Hillforts were important in Iron Age Britain because they provided safety, helped organize communities, and showed the power of leaders.' Provenance: Student’s notes based on lessons and sources.

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Write a short paragraph summarizing the importance of hillforts in Iron Age Britain. (5 marks)
[5 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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