The Ambush at Lake Trasimene: Hannibal's Bold Strategy Unfolds

The Ambush at Lake Trasimene: Hannibal's Bold Strategy Unfolds

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The transcript details Hannibal's strategic maneuvers during the Second Punic War, focusing on his crossing of the Arno River and the ambush at Lake Trasimene. Despite Roman efforts to block his advance, Hannibal's unexpected march through difficult terrain allowed him to surprise the Roman forces. The ambush at Lake Trasimene resulted in a significant Roman defeat, leading to despair in Rome and the appointment of a dictator to counter Hannibal's threat.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the Roman Senate's determination to confront Hannibal?

To capture Hannibal's elephants

To expand Roman territory

To recover from previous military losses

To form an alliance with the Gauls

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategic advantage did Hannibal seek by crossing the Apennine Mountains and Arno River marshlands?

To avoid harsh weather conditions

To capture Roman supplies

To surprise the Roman consuls

To find new allies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge faced by Hannibal's army during the march through the marshlands?

Desertion by troops

Roman attacks

Lack of food

Harsh terrain and weather conditions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Hannibal plan to provoke Flaminius into battle?

By sending a peace envoy

By attacking Roman cities

By pillaging the countryside

By challenging him to a duel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for Hannibal's decision to bypass Aretium?

To avoid a direct confrontation

To capture more Roman supplies

To join forces with other allies

To surprise the Roman army

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the Gauls in Hannibal's army?

They provided crucial local knowledge

They were responsible for logistics

They had a personal vendetta against Flaminius

They were the main cavalry force

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Hannibal's ambush at Lake Trasimene?

A stalemate between the armies

A decisive Roman victory

A devastating defeat for the Romans

A retreat by Hannibal's forces

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