Carthage and Roman Warfare

Hannibal, a Carthaginian general, was a formidable enemy of Rome. He swore to fight Rome, leading to the Second Punic War. Hannibal's daring crossing of the Alps with his army, including elephants, marked a significant military feat. Despite initial victories in Italy, Roman strategies eventually led to his defeat at the Battle of Zama. This marked the decline of Carthage and the rise of Rome.

What was the primary reason for the rivalry between Rome and Carthage?

• Carthage's alliance with Greece

• Carthage's control over the Mediterranean trade routes

• Carthage's discovery of new lands

• Carthage's invasion of Egypt

What promise did Hannibal make to his father?

• To become a merchant

• To defeat Greece

• To conquer Egypt

• To continue the fight against Rome

What unique element did Hannibal include in his army?

• A cavalry of camels

• A group of archers

• A squad of elephants

• A fleet of ships

What was the major challenge Hannibal faced when crossing the Alps?

• Desert terrain

• Snow and ice-covered peaks

• Hostile tribes

• Lack of food

Which battle resulted in the loss of 15,000 Roman soldiers?

• Battle of Cannae

• Battle of Zama

• Battle of Trebia

• Battle of Trasamine

How did the Romans adapt their strategy to counter Hannibal's tactics?

• By forming alliances with Carthage

• By avoiding large battles and engaging in smaller skirmishes

• By retreating to Rome

• By using naval forces

Who led the Roman counter-attack in Africa?

• Julius Caesar

• Marcus Aurelius

• Scipio

• Augustus

What was the outcome of the Battle of Zama?

• A stalemate

• Carthaginian naval dominance

• Hannibal's victory

• Roman victory

What was the long-term impact of the Second Punic War on Carthage?

• Carthage discovered new trade routes

• Carthage's decline and eventual fall

• Carthage expanded its territory

• Carthage became a Roman ally

In which years was the Third Punic War fought?

• 264 to 241 BCE

• 202 to 190 BCE

• 218 to 201 BCE

• 149 to 146 BCE