Britain After the Romans – Year 5 History Reading Comprehension with Answers (KS2)

Looking for a ready-to-teach KS2 history comprehension that saves time and delivers real learning? This Britain After the Romans resource is a high-quality Year 5 reading and writing activity that helps pupils explore what happened when Roman rule ended in AD 410. Pupils develop confidence with cause and consequence, inference, and historical explanation — all through a clear, accessible text designed for classroom success

What’s Included

• An age-appropriate history reading text on Britain after the Romans
• 12 comprehension questions covering retrieval, inference, and explanation
• Generous answer space for extended responses
• A full answer key for quick marking or self-assessment
• Suitable for print or digital use

Why Teachers Love This Resource

✔Clearly aligned with the KS2 History National Curriculum
✔ Encourages historical thinking, not just fact recall
✔Ideal for Year 5, differentiation, or revision
✔ Low-prep, ready-to-use classroom resource
✔ Works well for guided reading, history lessons, or homework

If you want a reliable, engaging history comprehension that pupils can access independently and teachers can trust, this resource is a great addition to your classroom toolkit.

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