The Second & Third Punic War

What is the main cause of the Second Punic War?

• A. A dispute over trade routes

• B. Religious differences

• C. A personal rivalry between leaders

• D. The desire for revenge by Rome after the First Punic War

Who is the famous Carthaginian general who led his army across the Alps?

• A. Scipio Africanus

• B. Hannibal

• C. Hasdrubal

• D. Hamilcar Barca

What is the significance of Hannibal crossing the Alps?

• A. It is a strategic military tactic.

• B. It is a religious pilgrimage.

• C. It is a humanitarian mission.

• D. It is a personal challenge.

What was the final outcome of the Second Punic War?

• A. A draw

• B. A victory for Carthage

• C. A victory for Rome

• D. A stalemate

Who is credited with inventing the "Archimedes' heat ray"?

• A. Hannibal

• B. Scipio Africanus

• C. Archimedes

• D. Cato the Censor

What is the main reason for the Third Punic War?

• A. A dispute over trade routes

• B. Rome's desire to destroy Carthage

• C. A religious conflict

• D. A personal rivalry between leaders

What was the outcome for Carthage at the end of the Third Punic War?

• A. It was spared

• B. It was exiled

• C. It was completely destroyed

• D. It was merged with Rome

Who is the Roman general that defeated Hannibal in Africa?

• A. Marcus Antonius

• B. Julius Caesar

• C. Scipio Africanus

• D. Pompey

What is the meaning of the phrase "Ceterum censeo Carthaginem esse delendam"?

• A. It is a declaration of war.

• B. It is a call to destroy Carthage.

• C. It is a peace treaty.

• D. It is a religious song.

What is the role of elephants in Hannibal's army?

• A. They were used for transportation.

• B. They were used as food.

• C. They were used as weapons.

• D. They were used for entertainment.