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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When was Carthage settled?
(a) 614 B.C.
(b) 814 B.C.
(c) 914 B.C.
(d) 714 B.C.

2. What did Africanus do to protect his father?
(a) Round up spearmen.
(b) Round up soldiers.
(c) Round up women.
(d) Round up horsemen.

3. Why did the Battle at Cannae have to come quickly?
(a) Both side were tired.
(b) Both side wanted to crush the other.
(c) Both sides were low on food.
(d) Both sides were eager.

4. What do some historians call the Second Punic War according to " The Fox and the Hedge-Hog"?
(a) The first African war.
(b) The longest war of Italy.
(c) The first world war of history.
(d) The last good war of Rome.

5. How did Hannibal differ from other Carthaginians according to "Hannibal's Way"?
(a) He was not very religious.
(b) He was the son of a peasant.
(c) He was of Roman descent.
(d) He was not rich.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Hannibal do that contradicted his reputation?

2. What did Hannibal know about the Roman army?

3. How many soldiers were taken prisoner by Hannibal during the Battle of Cannae?

4. Why were some of the Roman soldiers left behind?

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

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