The First Punic War: Key Events and Strategies

What was the primary reason for the Roman Republic to invade North Africa during the First Punic War?

• To expand their territory

• To break the stalemate with Carthage

• To establish trade routes

• To form an alliance with local tribes

How many quinqueremes did the Romans assemble for their fleet in 256 BC?

• 500

• 330

• 150

• 200

What strategic formation did the Roman Consuls use to protect their fleet during the crossing to North Africa?

• A square formation

• A circular formation

• A wedge formation

• A straight line formation

What was the main advantage the Romans had over the Carthaginians during the Battle of Cape Ecnomus?

• Superior naval tactics

• More experienced sailors

• Stronger infantry for close combat

• Better weather conditions

After the Battle of Cape Ecnomus, where did the Roman forces land in North Africa?

• Cape Spartel

• Cape Ecnomus

• Cape Bon

• Hermean Promontory

What was the fate of the city of Aspis after the Roman invasion?

• It was heavily fortified

• It was taken after a short siege

• It remained under Carthaginian control

• It was abandoned by its inhabitants

What was the Roman Senate's unexpected order after the conquest of Aspis?

• To return with the war booty

• To retreat back to Rome

• To negotiate peace with Carthage

• To fortify the city

What tactical mistake did the Carthaginian generals make during the battle near Adys?

• They attacked without cavalry support

• They split their forces into two

• They concentrated their forces on a rocky hill

• They deployed on flat terrain

What were the terms proposed by Regulus for an armistice with Carthage?

• Carthage to pay a small tribute

• Carthage to retain its navy

• Carthage to acknowledge Rome's supremacy and cede territories

• Carthage to form a defensive alliance only

Who was chosen to lead the Carthaginian forces after the rejection of Regulus' terms?

• Hamilcar

• Xanthippus of Sparta

• Bostar

• Hasdrubal