Below is a map of the Mediterranean world at the time of the Second Punic War. Use this map below to answer the following question: Roman controlled areas are red and their allies are shaded pink. Carthage controlled the areas in dark blue, and its allies are shaded light blue.

Which conclusion can be drawn about the Second Punic War from the information in the map?

A) Rome had established firm control of the Italian peninsula prior to the Second Punic War.
B) The Roman's allies played a key role in their victory on the Italian peninsula.
C) Rome was also at battle with the Carthaginians over territory in the Eastern Mediterranean.
D) Rome had enemies both on the Italian peninsula and in North Africa.