Quiz for:
Hannibal's Tactics and the Roman Response

Question 1

Why was Fabius Maximus's strategy unpopular?

Question 2

What was the metaphor used by Hannibal to inspire his men before battle?

Question 3

Why did Rome ultimately not surrender after the Battle of Cannae?

Question 4

What strategy did Hannibal use to counter Consul Longus during the Battle of Trebia?

Question 5

What tactic did Hannibal use to inspire his men before their battles?

Question 6

After Hannibal's series of victories, what drastic measure did the Roman Senate take?

Question 7

What was the significant impact of the Battle of Ticinus on Hannibal's campaign?

Question 8

How did Hannibal manage to defeat the Romans at the Battle of Lake Trasimene?

Question 9

How did Scipio the Younger influence the Battle of Ticinus?

Question 10

What critical mistake did the Romans make during the Battle of Trebia?

Question 11

How did Hannibal's army initially enter Italy?

Question 12

What was the primary strategy of Fabius Maximus as dictator?

Question 13

Which Roman consuls commanded the forces at the Battle of Cannae?

Question 14

What was the outcome of the Battle of Cannae for Rome?

Question 15

What was the Roman Senate's initial response to Hannibal's arrival?