Question 2(multiple choice worth 4 points)
what effect did the punic wars have on rome's military development?

a. rome's navy no longer had enough ships to control the mediterranean sea.

b. the roman army grew in size and became dominant in the
mediterranean region.

c. rome limited its soldiers to six months of service each year.

d. the roman army took greater care to treat conquered peoples better.

The Roman army grew in size and became dominant in the

Mediterranean region.

Explanation:

After the Punic Wars, Rome expanded its possessions. Soon Rome controlled entire southern Italy. In the western part of the Mediterranean Sea, Rome became the most powerful state.

The war was different from the more transitional because it was waged because of the expansion of its territory. The war represented a new stage in the history of Rome, and since then, Rome has mainly led the conquering wars.