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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was Polybius of Megalopolis at the start of Chapter 1?
(a) Crossing the Swiss Alps.
(b) Crossing the FrenchAlps.
(c) Crossing the Italian Alps.
(d) Crossing the German Alps.

2. What was the problem with basic Roman tactics at Cannae?
(a) The tactic required more cavalery.
(b) The tactic required Hannibal to have his army stand still for a few minutes.
(c) The tactic required space which Cannae was short on.
(d) The tactic required no river.

3. What could cause confusion in the Roman army?
(a) Having new troops integrated.
(b) Using several languages.
(c) Having several commanders.
(d) Lack of training.

4. Why did Roman soldiers drown in the river during the battle of Cannae?
(a) The stream was too powerful.
(b) They never learned to swim.
(c) Their armor was too heavy.
(d) They feared water.

5. How much food did Hannibal's army have before the Battle of Cannae?
(a) 20 days worth.
(b) 10 days worth.
(c) 3 days worth.
(d) 30 days worth.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Carthage's reputation with other nations?

2. How long did those who serve in the military have to enlist for in periods of great danger?

3. What was the area where Rome was not contradicting itself?

4. What was unique about the tablet Polybius studied?

5. How did the average Roman soldier feel about the battle to come?

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