This final lesson helps students evaluate the long‑lasting influence of Ancient Rome on the modern world. Pupils explore how Roman law, language and architecture continue to shape Britain today, measure continuity and change across the whole unit, and judge which legacy has had the greatest impact. The lesson concludes with a creative presentation task titled “Rome’s Lasting Impact”, allowing students to showcase their understanding of Rome’s enduring importance.

Lesson Objectives

• Identify the lasting influence of Roman law, language, and architecture by examining real examples in modern Britain.
• Measure how much has stayed the same (continuity) and what has changed using a structured comparison grid.
• Evaluate the most significant legacy Rome left for modern Britain through discussion and evidence‑based reasoning.
• Create a final presentation titled ‘Rome’s Lasting Impact’ to summarise key ideas from the entire unit.

This lesson is reflective, evaluative, and perfect for consolidating Year 7 historical understanding, helping pupils connect ancient history to the world they live in today.

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