challenge: What role did Numidian cavalry play in the early stages of the war for the Carthaginians?
  
  A. They were primarily used as heavy infantry to hold defensive positions
  B. They were used for scouting, harassing Roman supply lines, and engaging in skirmishes
  C. They were used to launch full-scale battles against the Roman army
  D. They were used to besiege Roman cities and fortifications
  Answer: 