Carthage and the Punic Wars

The video explores the history of Carthage, an ancient city in modern-day Tunisia. Founded by Queen Dido, Carthage grew into a powerful trading hub in the Mediterranean. Its expansion led to conflicts with Rome, resulting in the Punic Wars. Despite initial successes, Carthage was eventually defeated by Rome, leading to its destruction in the Third Punic War.

Who is credited with the legendary founding of Carthage?

• Queen Nefertiti

• Queen Elizabeth

• Queen Dido

• Queen Cleopatra

What was the original name of Carthage?

• Carthaginia

• Carthage

• Carthago

• Carta

What was the outcome of the First Punic War?

• Carthage gained control of Rome

• Rome gained control of Sicily

• Carthage defeated Rome

• Rome was forced to pay reparations

What triggered the Mercenary War?

• Hannibal's rise to power

• Rome's invasion of Carthage

• Carthage's expansion into Spain

• Carthaginian mercenaries demanding payment

Which Carthaginian leader is known for crossing the Alps to invade Italy?

• Hannibal

• Cato the Elder

• Hamilcar Barca

• Scipio Africanus

What was Hannibal's greatest victory during the Second Punic War?

• Battle of Numidia

• Battle of Sicily

• Battle of Cannae

• Battle of Zama

What was the result of the Battle of Zama?

• Hannibal was victorious

• Carthage gained new territories

• Carthage defeated Rome

• Rome defeated Carthage

What was the main reason for the Third Punic War?

• Hannibal's return to power

• Carthage's alliance with Numidia

• Carthage's refusal to move inland

• Rome's desire for peace

Who led the Roman military during the Third Punic War?

• Scipio Africanus

• Cato the Elder

• Scipio Emilien

• Hannibal

What was the ultimate fate of Carthage after the Third Punic War?

• It regained independence

• It was rebuilt as a Roman city

• It became a Roman ally

• It was completely destroyed