The Punic Wars

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How many Punic Wars were there?

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Three

Front

Who was Rome's main enemy during the Punic Wars? Options: Gauls, Germans, Carthage, Spain

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Carthage

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The Carthaginians were originally a colony founded by what group of people?

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Phoenicians

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The first Punic War was mainly fought over what piece of land? Options: Tuscany, The Alps, Sicily, Spain

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Sicily

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Who was the leader of the Carthaginian army during the 2nd Punic War?

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Hannibal Barca

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What famous journey did Hannibal take in order to invade Italy?

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Crossed the Alps

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Who ultimately wins the Punic Wars? Options: Rome, Carthage

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Rome

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What animal did Hannibal have as part of his army?

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War Elephant

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After winning many battles and controlling the Italian countryside, why did Hannibal leave and return to Northern Africa?

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the Romans attacked the city of Carthage

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What famous Roman general finally defeated Hannibal?

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Scipio Africanus