How did the results of the First Punic War lead to the Second Punic War?

Carthage expanded into Sicily because of its loss of Spain.

Carthage expanded into Spain because of its loss of Sicily.

Rome attacked Carthage after losing more territory in Europe.

Rome attacked Carthage after its defeat in the First Punic War.

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Rylee Kerr

28 November, 10:06

How did the results of the First Punic War lead to the Second Punic War?

Carthage expanded into Sicily because of its loss of Spain.

Carthage expanded into Spain because of its loss of Sicily.

Rome attacked Carthage after losing more territory in Europe.

Rome attacked Carthage after its defeat in the First Punic War.

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Ghoulie · Answer 1

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Explanation: At the start of the First Punic War, Rome and Carthage were the sole two powers of the Mediterranean with similar military strenght and economic power. The expansion of Carthage into the island of Sicily would have meant the decrease of Rome's political and economic influence over the region, as such war was declared to safeguard Rome's interests, but it only centered around the area of Sicily and Sardinia.