Punic Wars Flashcards
When where the punic wars?
264 BC – 146 BC
What are the punic wars?
The battles between carthaginians and romans
What was a problem for the romans during the punic wars?
They weren’t good at sailing
What were the Punic Wars?
A series of three wars fought between Rome and Carthage from 264 BC to 146 BC.
When did the First Punic War begin?
264 BC.
What was the main cause of the First Punic War?
Disputes over control of Sicily.
Who was the general of Carthage during the Second Punic War?
Hannibal Barca.
True or False: The Second Punic War was marked by Hannibal’s crossing of the Alps.
True.
What was the outcome of the First Punic War?
Carthage lost and ceded Sicily to Rome.
Fill in the blank: The Battle of ________ was a major Roman victory in the Second Punic War.
Zama.
What year did the Third Punic War start?
149 BC.
Which Roman general led the siege of Carthage in the Third Punic War?
Scipio Aemilianus.
What was the ultimate fate of Carthage after the Third Punic War?
It was destroyed and its territory was made a Roman province.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a reason for the Punic Wars? A) Economic rivalry B) Territorial expansion C) Religious differences
C) Religious differences.
What significant naval battle occurred during the First Punic War?
The Battle of Mylae.
True or False: The Punic Wars were primarily fought on land.
False.
Who was the Roman general that famously defeated Hannibal at the Battle of Zama?
Scipio Africanus.
Fill in the blank: The First Punic War lasted for ________ years.
23.
What was the primary military tactic used by Hannibal in the Second Punic War?
Surprise attacks and strategic ambushes.
Which treaty ended the First Punic War?
The Treaty of Lutatius.
Multiple Choice: Which city was the capital of Carthage? A) Rome B) Carthage C) Syracuse
B) Carthage.
What was the Roman strategy during the Third Punic War?
Complete destruction of Carthage.
True or False: The Punic Wars significantly increased Rome’s power and territory.
True.
