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Roman Empire: Expansion

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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A source analysis worksheet focusing on the expansion of the Roman Empire, encouraging students to interpret primary sources and evaluate their usefulness.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Roman Empire
#Standard
#Source Analysis (Text)
#Expansion
#Explain the reasons behind Roman expansion.
#Compare different perspectives on Roman territorial growth.
#Analyse the reliability of primary sources about Roman expansion.

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Roman Empire: Expansion

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Source Analysis: Roman Expansion

Source A: A Roman Senator's Speech on Expansion

"Our glorious empire must continue to grow to secure peace and prosperity for Rome. We have defeated many enemies and now stand at the height of our power. It is our destiny to expand our territory, spreading Roman civilization and strength beyond our borders. This expansion will bring wealth, stability, and security to all Roman citizens. We must not hesitate to take new lands and incorporate them into our great empire." Provenance: Marcus Tullius Cicero, 50 BCE, speech delivered in the Senate.

1.
Explain what the source suggests about the reasons for Roman expansion. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the purpose of the source with other possible reasons for Roman expansion. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the provenance of the source and discuss how it might influence its content. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
4.
How useful is this source for understanding the true reasons behind Roman expansion? Explain your answer. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Analyse how the source reflects the Roman values of the time. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare this source with a different perspective that criticizes Roman expansion. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
7.
Explain how the source might be different if written by a critic of Roman expansion. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Summarize the main points of the source and evaluate its usefulness for understanding Roman expansion. (8 marks)
[8 marks]

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