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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did ancient historians make their work entertaining and dramatic?
(a) To be used a a recruiting tool.
(b) So it was interesting for school children.
(c) To children could read it.
(d) So it could be shared with illiterates.

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

3. What did Hannibal likely not understand as he rose against Rome?
(a) Their faith.
(b) Their resolve.
(c) Thie weapons.
(d) Their numbers and strength.

4. Where were the survivors of the Battle of Cannae banished to?
(a) North Africa.
(b) Gaul.
(c) Carthage.
(d) Sicily.

5. How long after Hannibals's invasion of Italy does Chapter 1 start?
(a) 53 years.
(b) 73 years.
(c) 43 years.
(d) 63 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the Romans do after something failed?

2. How long did those who serve in the cavalry have to enlist for?

3. When did the battle of Cannae take place?

4. What was the common Roman tactic to overpower their enemies?

5. What was the problem with basic Roman tactics at Cannae?

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