The Punic Wars 264-146 BCE Quiz
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What was the main reason for the First Punic War between Rome and Carthage?

  • Fought over Spain
  • Fought over Sicily (correct)
  • Fought over North Africa
  • Fought over Italy
  • Which city was obliterated after the Third Punic War?

  • Carthage (correct)
  • Sicily
  • Spain
  • Rome
  • What was the main reason for Rome's dominance in the mid 3rd century BCE?

  • Strong navy
  • Professional army (correct)
  • Vast colonial empire
  • Superior trade routes
  • What characterized the Carthaginian navy during the Punic Wars?

    <p>Developed from the Phoenician sailing tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the design of Carthaginian boats known as?

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

    What was the composition of the Carthaginian military during the Punic Wars?

    <p>Largely made up of well-paid mercenaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized Rome's military force in the 3rd century BCE?

    <p>Levied troops by conscription</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Carthage control in the mid 3rd century BCE?

    <p>All trade in the Mediterranean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Carthage ruled by during the Punic Wars?

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

    What was the main source of Rome's dominance in the Italian peninsula?

    <p>Professional army</p> Signup and view all the answers

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