Punic War Quiz

The Punic Wars were between Rome and... ?

• Carthage

• Greece

• Egypt

• Mesopotamia

The First Punic War was fought over which island?

• Sicily

• Sardinia

• Britain

• Crete

Why was Rome at a disadvantage in the First Punic War

• It was mostly fought on boats

• Carthage had better generals

• Roman soldiers were very poor

• Carthage surprised them

Which statement best describes the results of the First Punic War?

• Rome gained land but there was no clear winner

• Rome lost land and Carthage clearly won

• Rome gained land and clearly won

• Nothing changed

What was the name of the Roman shield?

• Scutum

• Pilum

• Gladius

• Cassis

What was the name of the Roman sword?

• Scutum

• Pilum

• Gladius

• Cassis

Why did the Second Punic War start?

• Carthage took land in Spain

• Rome took land in Spain

• Carthage insulted Rome

• Rome insulted Carthage

What was the name of the great Carthaginian general?

• Hannibal

• Hasrubal

• Scipio

• Steven

What was the name of the great Roman general?

• Hannibal

• Hasrubal

• Scipio

• Steven

What animal did the Carthaginians use in battle?

• Elephants

• Hippos

• Pigs

• Chickens