Punic War

The Punic Wars were a series of three conflicts between Rome and Carthage from 264 to 146 BCE. These wars established Rome as a dominant world power and led to the destruction of Carthage. The First Punic War was fought over Sicily, with Rome eventually victorious despite naval challenges. The Second Punic War saw Hannibal's daring campaign against Rome, but ultimately Rome prevailed under Scipio. The Third Punic War resulted in the complete destruction of Carthage, solidifying Rome's supremacy in the Mediterranean region.

What was the original purpose of Carthage when it was founded by the Phoenicians?

• A military base

• A religious center

• A trading post

• A cultural hub

What was the main reason Rome declared war on Carthage in the First Punic War?

• Carthage attacked Rome directly

• Carthage imprisoned Roman fortune-seekers

• Carthage refused to trade with Rome

• Rome wanted to expand into Africa

How did the Romans adapt their naval strategy during the First Punic War?

• They built larger ships

• They avoided naval battles altogether

• They hired Carthaginian sailors

• They used a hinged bridge to board enemy ships

What was a significant challenge Hannibal faced during his campaign in the Second Punic War?

• Crossing the Alps with his army

• Lack of support from Carthage

• Defending Carthage from Roman attacks

• Shortage of food supplies

What was the outcome of the Battle of Cannae?

• The battle ended in a stalemate

• Hannibal's army surrounded and defeated the Romans

• Hannibal's forces were defeated

• Rome won a decisive victory

What strategy did Rome adopt after their defeat at Cannae?

• They launched a direct attack on Carthage

• They avoided direct confrontation with Hannibal

• They sought an alliance with Carthage

• They increased their naval power

Who proposed the invasion of Carthage that led to the end of the Second Punic War?

• Hannibal

• Scipio

• Hamilcar Barca

• Cato

What was the main reason for the Third Punic War?

• Rome's lingering hostility towards Carthage

• Carthage attacked Rome again

• Carthage's alliance with Greece

• Carthage's refusal to pay tribute to Rome

What was the fate of Carthage after the Third Punic War?

• It became a Roman ally

• It remained independent but weakened

• It was rebuilt as a Roman city

• It was destroyed and its citizens enslaved

What did the Romans rename the region after annexing Carthage?

• Italia

• Hispania

• Africa

• Gallia