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What was behind the drive for expansion? (Questions)

Key Topics:

Carthage and Rome wanted land for expansion First, both wanted Corsica and Sicily because that would be a good trading port, which would result in more money, which would give them more power. The more power they had the more control they had over the land. Carthage had Hannibal, the general. He used the Ring of Steel in order to win against the Romans. Carthage was trying to beat Rome, but did not have as many allies as Rome, resulting in their loss. Rome expanding helped create to have more allies.

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World Civilizations

P. 177: Description of Punic Wars and what happened P. 181: Roman Imperialism, conquering territories P. 183: War against italian allies (Betrayed allies to gain land)

Q & A

Q: Why did Rome betray their allies? A: Rome betrayed their allies to get more land. It was their strategy of conquering land.

Q: Did Rome gain money in Italy for conquering Sicily? A: Yes.

Q: What battle led Carthage to lose the war against Rome? A: The battle of Zuma was an important battle for Rome because they had been losing the war, but Zuma turned things around for them.

Q: What was Hannibal famous for in the Punic Wars? A: Hannibal was famous for leading elephants through the alps.

Q: What did Rome and Carthage go to war for in the first place. A: As Carthage was planning to take over sicily, Rome claimed it. Carthage, infuriated, declared war against Rome.