Ancient Rome's Conquest of Italy Lesson

© History Skills
© History Skills

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will learn about the Roman Republic's strategic and military methods that led to its domination of Italy, focusing on key events, treaties, and battles from 509 BC to 264 BC. They will explore the significance of alliances, military innovations, and pivotal conflicts in shaping Rome's early expansion and influence in the Mediterranean region. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research 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: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the Reading Questions worksheet:

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Conquest of Italy Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following webpage:


Option 2: Internet research


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

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Conquest of Italy Research Questions.doc
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