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If the continuance of the war appeared to the Cartha
ginians undesirable, they had reason to be satisfied with these terms.

Word:

outcome

Question:

Why did the Carthaginians have reason to be satisfied with these terms if they found the continuance of the war undesirable?

Answer (optional):

The Carthaginians were satisfied with the peace terms because they had no hope of retaining Sicily, as the Romans had command of the sea and their fleet was defeated. They surrendered Sicily, and the independence and integrity of the Carthaginian state and territory were recognized in the usual form, with secondary stipulations that included the return of Roman prisoners of war and the payment of war contribution. The settlement of the question was entrusted to a commission that confirmed the proposal in substance, with the sum to be paid by Carthage for the costs of the war raised to 3200 talents.