Roman Republic and Empire

What effect did the Punic Wars have on Rome?

• D. Rome faced internal conflicts and violence

• C. Rome expanded its territory and influence

• B. Rome conquered Carthage and destroyed the city

• A. Rome gained control of the Mediterranean Sea

Was the Roman Republic democratic?

• A. Yes, it was a fully democratic system

• B. No, it was an autocratic system

• C. Yes, but only for the wealthy class

• D. No, it was a monarchy

What were the new kinds of armor used by the armies of the Roman Republic?

• A. Scutums and large coats of armor

• B. Shields made of iron

• C. Checkerboard pattern formations

• D. Two large pieces of wood glued together

What did Rome hope to gain by expanding its territory beyond the Italian Peninsula?

• A. Control of important shipping lanes

• B. More resources for its military

• D. Greater political power

• C. Access to new trade routes

Who led the Carthaginian forces in the second Punic War?

• A. Hannibal

• C. Zama

• D. Carthage

• B. Scipio

What was the outcome of the third Punic War?

• A. Rome gained control of Carthage

• D. Both Rome and Carthage were destroyed

• B. Carthage regained its power

• C. Rome and Carthage formed an alliance

What led to internal conflicts and violence in the Roman Empire?

• D. All of the above

• C. Decreased need for Roman crops

• B. Conflicts between social classes

• A. Disagreements about expanding Roman territory

What did Romans bring with them as they moved to new regions?

• A. Their culture

• B. Their ideas

• D. None of the above

• C. Both culture and ideas

What was the main reason for Rome's expansion?

• A. To gain more land and power

• B. To establish a democratic system

• C. To spread their culture

• D. To protect their territories