The First Punic War and the Rise of Rome

What was the initial focus of the Roman Republic's expansion?

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The island of Sicily

• The Italian peninsula

• North Africa

Which power was Rome's main rival in the struggle for Sicily?

• Egypt

• Carthage

• Greece

• Persia

Who were the Mamertines and what role did they play in the conflict?

• A group of Roman senators

• Mercenaries who occupied Messana

• Carthaginian naval commanders

• Allies of Syracuse

What was the Roman Senate's initial reaction to the situation in Sicily?

• They sought an alliance with Carthage

• They immediately declared war on Carthage

• They were divided on whether to intervene

• They ignored the situation entirely

What innovation did the Romans introduce in naval warfare during the First Punic War?

• The catapult

• The trireme warship

• The corvus boarding device

• The use of fire ships

What was the outcome of the Roman attempt to invade Africa?

• They successfully captured Carthage

• They were defeated by a Spartan commander

• They formed an alliance with Egypt

• They established a permanent base in Africa

What was the significance of the Battle of Eryx?

• It marked the end of the First Punic War

• It was a major Roman victory on land

• It led to the Roman capture of Carthage

• It was a successful Carthaginian guerrilla attack

What were the terms of the Treaty of Lutatius?

• Rome and Carthage formed a new alliance

• Rome paid indemnity to Carthage

• Carthage retained control of Sicily

• Carthage withdrew from Sicily and paid indemnity

How long did the First Punic War last?

• 30 years

• 23 years

• 15 years

• 10 years

What was the ultimate result of the First Punic War for Rome?

• Rome withdrew from the Mediterranean

• Rome gained control of Sicily

• Rome lost its naval power

• Rome formed an alliance with Carthage