Punic Wars Flashcards
1
Q
What were the Punic Wars?
A
A series of three wars fought between Rome and Carthage from 264 BC to 146 BC.
2
Q
Fill in the blank: The Second Punic War is famous for the general __________ crossing the Alps.
A
Hannibal
3
Q
What was the outcome of the Third Punic War?
A
Carthage was destroyed and became a Roman province.
4
Q
Multiple Choice: Who was the Roman general that defeated Hannibal?
A
Scipio Africanus
5
Q
The Punic Wars lasted over_____years.
A
100
6
Q
Fill in the blank: The First Punic War began in the year __________.
A
264 BC
7
Q
What was the main reason for conflict between Rome and Carthage?
A
Competition for trade and territorial expansion.
