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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Hannibal's plan so risky?
(a) He had no reserve troops.
(b) He had nowhere to run.
(c) He would not have been able to resupply in food.
(d) His troops were vastly outnumbered.

2. What was there little of in Carthage?
(a) Class conflict.
(b) Weapons.
(c) Patience.
(d) Money.

3. Why were the Roman soldiers reluctant to destroy crops?
(a) They were farmers.
(b) Nothing would be able to grow back for a full seaon.
(c) They needed the food.
(d) The farmers were paying for their protection.

4. When did Hannibal leave for Italy?
(a) June or July.
(b) April or May.
(c) July or August.
(d) May or June.

5. How long did those who serve in the military have to enlist for in periods of great danger?
(a) 20 years.
(b) 30 years.
(c) 15 years.
(d) 25 years.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many times did Hannibal marry?

3. What reputation did Hannibal have, according to some historians?

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

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

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