Essay Planning: Augustus and the Roman Empire
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on the role and impact of Augustus in the Roman Empire, focusing on structuring arguments and supporting evidence.
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Essay Planning: Augustus and the Roman Empire
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Essay Question:
Outline the ways in which Augustus changed the Roman Empire. Was his rule more beneficial or harmful?
Instructions: Use the questions below to plan your essay, ensuring you include an introduction, supporting points with evidence, a counter-argument, and a conclusion.**
1.
What is your thesis statement for this essay? (Introduce your main argument briefly.)
[2 marks]2.
Explain how Augustus' reforms helped stabilise the Roman Empire. Provide specific examples.
[4 marks]3.
Outline the ways in which Augustus' rule may have been harmful to the Roman Republic.
[4 marks]4.
Compare Augustus' leadership style to previous Roman leaders.
[3 marks]5.
Analyse how Augustus' reforms influenced the future of the Roman Empire.
[6 marks]6.
Explain the significance of Augustus' title 'Princeps' and how it affected his rule.
[3 marks]7.
Analyse the impact of Augustus' building projects on Rome's image and economy.
[5 marks]8.
Compare the positive and negative aspects of Augustus' rule.
[6 marks]9.
Summarise the main points you will include in your essay conclusion.
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