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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 -Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was the wealthy city joining Hannibal a big victory?
(a) It had weapon factories.
(b) It was warm during the winter.
(c) It was rich in food.
(d) It was a former ally of Rome.

2. When did the tide of the war start to turn for the Romans according to "Cannae"?
(a) 226 B.C.
(b) 236 B.C.
(c) 216 B.C.
(d) 206 B.C.

3. Who did Africa want to ally itself with to cut reinforcements to Hannibal?
(a) Africa.
(b) Spain.
(c) Gaul.
(d) Italy.

4. When did Scipio go to Sicily according to "Resurrecting the Ghosts"?
(a) Spring of 206. B.C
(b) Spring of 204. B.C
(c) Spring of 205. B.C
(d) Spring of 203. B.C

5. Where did the war center around between 212 and 210?
(a) Italy.
(b) Africa.
(c) Gaul.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Publius Scipio attack Hannibal's troops?

2. What did Hannibal know about the Roman army?

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

4. How much food did Hannibal's army have before the Battle of Cannae?

5. Where did Hasdrubal Barca plan to meet his brother?

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