(A#60) Punic Wars & Challenges in Rome's Republic Exit Ticket

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What was the main cause of the First Punic War?

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Control of Sicily and trade routes

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Who was the famous Carthaginian general during the Second Punic War?

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Hannibal

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What strategy did Hannibal use in the Second Punic War?

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Crossing the Alps with his army and war elephants

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What was the outcome of the Third Punic War?

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Rome completely destroyed Carthage

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What was the significance of the Punic Wars for Rome?

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Rome became the dominant power in the Mediterranean.

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What problem did Rome face as its territory expanded after the Punic Wars?

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Increased inequality between the rich and poor

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What group of people was most affected by economic inequality in Rome after the Punic Wars?

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Plebeians

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What was the role of Roman legions during the Republic’s expansion?

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To conquer new territories and protect Roman lands

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Which of the following best describes the political challenges in Rome during the Republic? Options: The consuls refused to share power with the Senate. Power struggles between patricians and plebeians weakened the Republic. The Tribunes took over all government power. Rome stopped using its system of checks and balances.

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Power struggles between patricians and plebeians weakened the Republic.

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How did the Punic Wars help shape the future of Rome?

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They allowed Rome to expand its territory but led to internal conflicts.