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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 did Publius Scipio attack Hannibal's troops?
(a) They were split.
(b) They were without cavalery.
(c) They were unprepared.
(d) They were back to a river.

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

3. What was the common Roman tactic to overpower their enemies?
(a) Knocked them on the ground with their shield and killed them with their sword.
(b) Encircle them quickly and charge toward the inside to kill them all.
(c) Wait for the cavalery to break the rank and them attack with swords.
(d) Charged sword first.

4. What trick did Scipio pull to destabilize the opposing army?
(a) Drew them out before breakfast.
(b) Pretent to retreat and attack a few minutes later.
(c) Conduct hit and run attacks.
(d) Fight them at night.

5. Who accused Scipio of running a lax army?
(a) The senate.
(b) His enemies.
(c) Hannibal.
(d) The Gauls.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many soldiers fought at Cannae?

2. Where did Hannibal go after Cannae?

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

4. How did Carthaginians in the military rise in rank?

5. How long did those who serve in the infantry have to enlist for?

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