15 March 202428 March 2024 Britain Before the Romans Long, long ago, before the Romans came to Britain, the land looked very different. There were no big cities or roads like we see today. Instead, there were forests, hills, and rivers. The people who lived there were called Celts. The Celts were skilled farmers. They grew crops like wheat and barley. They also raised animals such as cows, sheep, and pigs. The Celts lived in small villages made up of wooden houses. They wore colourful clothes and decorated their bodies with paint. One interesting thing about the Celts was their love for storytelling. They didn't have books like we do now, so they shared their stories through spoken words. The storytellers, called bards, would travel from village to village, entertaining people with tales of brave heroes and magical creatures. Life was not always peaceful for the Celts. Different groups of Celts sometimes fought with each other for land and resources. Despite these challenges, they created beautiful artwork, including intricate metalwork and pottery. One day, a new chapter in Britain's history began when the Romans arrived. But that is a story for another time. 1. Who were the people that lived in Britain before the Romans came? Greeks Romans Celts Viking None What did the Celts grow as crops? Rice and corn Wheat and Barley Potatoes and Carrots Apples and Orange None 3. How did the Celts share their stories Through books Through spoken words Through drawings Through music None 4. What were the storytellers among the Celts called? Writers Bards Poets Minstrels None 5. What did the Celts use to decorate their bodies? Tattoos Jewellery Paint Scarves None 6. What changed in Britain when the Romans arrived? The climate The language The landscape The history None Time's up