Ancient Rome and the Punic Wars Quiz

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What form of government did Rome have after the overthrow of its last king?

Republic (correct)
Monarchy
Dictatorship
Oligarchy

The First Punic War resulted in the complete and final defeat of Carthage.

False (B)

Who was the Carthaginian general who led his army across the Alps?

Hannibal

The Punic Wars were a series of conflicts between Rome and ______.

<p>Carthage</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the locations with their description:

<p>Rome = City that fought with Carthage Carthage = City established by the Phoenicians Alps = Mountain range crossed by Hannibal Tunisia = Modern day location of Carthage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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The Punic Wars

A series of three wars between Rome and Carthage, fought over control of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding lands. Marked by intense rivalry and strategic maneuvering.

Carthage

An ancient Phoenician city that emerged as a powerful maritime and commercial empire in the 9th century BC, located in present-day Tunisia.

The First Punic War

The first of three major wars fought between Rome and Carthage from 264 BC to 241 BC, marked by naval battles and Rome's eventual victory. Carthage remained a threat, though.

Hannibal

A renowned Carthaginian general known for his daring military tactics and his crossing of the Alps with an army, including elephants, to attack Rome in 218 BC.

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