In this activity, students will learn about the life and career of Gaius Marius, focusing on his significant contributions to Roman military reforms and his pivotal role in key historical events such as the Jugurthine War and the conflicts with the Cimbri and Teutones. They will also explore how Marius’s political maneuvers and military strategies influenced the structure of the Roman army.

It has 13 questions for students to answer, as well as a paragraph response section for them to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.