Topic (to be done on the blog):

Use the internet or other sources to search for a range of Roman bridges, then answer the following questions:
- What are the key features? What shapes do you notice?
- How might they have been built? What materials were used?
- Many of the bridges still stand today. What do you think made the bridges strong?

Challenge: Can you find out what a keystone is and describe why it was important in Roman bridge construction?

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This homework is due by Friday, 17th June 2016

Who was the best Roman Emperor in your opinion, Augustus or Hadrian? Give at least three reasons for your answer.

This homework is due by Friday 20th May 2016

Topic (to be done on the blog):

After our visit this week can you write a paragraph to describe Hampton Court Palace. Use ALL your senses! Think of things you saw, smelt and heard.

     

 

Was Francis Drake a pirate, an explorer or a privateer?

Who was Francis Drake and what did he achieve during the Tudor times?

 

Homework due by Friday 6th May 2016

Topic: Life in Tudor times varied greatly, depending on whether you were rich or poor. Can you find out about the main differences between rich and poor Tudors regarding: food, clothing, housing and education and post them on the blog.

Homework - due by Friday 29th April 2016

Topic:

 

Henry Vlll was a great athlete in his youth. Henry threw the javelin and enjoyed hunting, archery, jousting and tennis. He spoke French, Spanish, Latin and some Italian. He was also good musician. Henry played the lute and harpsichord well and could sing from sight.

Do any of his hobbies apply to you? Are any of his hobbies similar to things that you enjoy doing? Would you have liked to have tried any of his hobbies? Why? 

This is also a chance for you to write a bit about yourself and tell your classmates what hobbies / things you do, and how good you may be at them!

Homework

Topic (to be done on the blog):

 

We will be visiting Hampton Court Palace in a few weeks’ time. Your task is to find out about this famous building.

When was it built?

Where is it situated?

Who was the most famous resident?

What are the other interesting facts about it?