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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the design of Carthaginian boats known as?

<p>Triremes (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

What was Carthage ruled by during the Punic Wars?

<p>Oligarchy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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