Why did the Romans regard Carthage as a threat?
A)The Carthaginian empire in Sicily and Spain was encroaching on Rome.
B)Carthage was a Phoenician colony and could call for help from Lebanon.
C)Carthage commanded the vast resources of Saharan Africa.
D)The Carthaginians had already conquered Egypt,Palestine,and Syria.
E)The Carthaginians had established an alliance with the Gauls and the Phoenicians against Rome.

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The Carthaginian empire in Sicily and Spain was seen as a direct threat to Roman territory and expansion. This led to a series of wars between Rome and Carthage known as the Punic Wars.

Why Did the Romans Regard Carthage as a Threat