Unit 5: Ancient Greece & Rome - The Legend of Romulus and Remus & The Roman Army

Activity #1

The Legend of Romulus & Remus

Directions: 
Read the Legend of Romulus & Remus as a whole group, then answer the key questions in your social studies notebook.

Key Questions:

• Who discovered Romulus and Remus first when they were abandoned to die in the River Tiber?
• Who was the first ruler of Rome? 
• For how many years did Romulus rule Rome?
• Why did Romulus kill Remus?
• Who was Romulus and Remus's father?
• In your own words explain how Rome came in to existence.

Activity #2

The Roman Army

Directions: Work in a group of 3 to read about the Roman army. Make a T-chart in your social studies notebook. On the left write down newly learned information. On the right side, write down questions you have.