Introduction to Ancient Roman Gladiators Lesson

© History Skills
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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of gladiators in Ancient Rome. They will develop an awareness of the use of slaves as armed entertainment, and the experience of the people who lived as gladiators. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Readings


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet below:

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Gladiators Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following web page:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables:

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Gladiators Research.docx
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Option 3: Watch video


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:

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Gladiators Viewing Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the following video:

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Test your learning



Extension activities



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