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Cause and Consequence of Hadrian's Wall

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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A worksheet exploring the causes for the construction of Hadrian's Wall and its consequences for the Roman Empire and Britain.

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#History
#History
#Roman Army
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Hadrian's Wall
#Explain the reasons why Hadrian's Wall was built
#Compare the intended and actual consequences of Hadrian's Wall
#Analyse the impact of Hadrian's Wall on Roman Britain and the local tribes

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Cause and Consequence of Hadrian's Wall

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Hadrian's Wall

Source A: Roman historian's view

'Hadrian's Wall was constructed as a defensive barrier to protect Roman Britain from northern tribes and to mark the boundaries of the Roman province.' Provenance: Excerpt from a Roman history textbook, 2nd century AD.

1.
Explain why the Romans decided to build Hadrian's Wall. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the reasons for building Hadrian's Wall with other Roman defensive structures you know. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

The Consequences of Building Hadrian's Wall

Source B: Modern historian's view

'Hadrian's Wall not only served a defensive purpose but also affected Roman and local communities, shaping their relationships for centuries.' Provenance: Modern historical analysis, 21st century.

1.
Outline the immediate consequences of constructing Hadrian's Wall. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how the construction of Hadrian's Wall influenced relationships between the Romans and local tribes. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Compare the long-term effects of Hadrian's Wall with its initial purpose. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Reflection and Evaluation

Source C: Archaeological evidence

'Excavations along Hadrian's Wall reveal fortifications, milecastles, and evidence of ongoing military activity, indicating its lasting strategic importance.' Provenance: Archaeological report, 2010.

1.
Explain how archaeological evidence supports the idea that Hadrian's Wall was an important military structure. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Write a short paragraph evaluating whether Hadrian's Wall was a successful defensive measure. Use evidence from the sources and your knowledge. (8 marks)
[8 marks]

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