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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 and 11; Leningrad-Vitebsk; Hitler as Supreme Commander.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Manstein fear most about the surprise attack on the West?
(a) That the numbers of the armies would not be enough.
(b) That a hole in the defenses would occur.
(c) That Hitler would take full command.
(d) That the Allies would only be pushed back.

2. To what front were Manstein and his Headquarters transferred?
(a) The Pivotol Front.
(b) The Central Front.
(c) The Western Front.
(d) The Southern Front.

3. Where did Hitler put unneeded men when Manstein said he needed ground troops?
(a) The Luftwaffe.
(b) The training grounds.
(c) The German borders.
(d) The Navy.

4. Where was Group Don sent?
(a) The South.
(b) The East.
(c) The Central Force.
(d) The North.

5. How did Manstein describe Goring?
(a) Impertinant.
(b) Incompetent.
(c) Foolish.
(d) Prideful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Specht's nickname?

2. What battle did Reichenau lead?

3. How did Pepo die?

4. How did Manstein feel while bathing?

5. What did Hitler do after speaking with Manstein about the attack in the West?

(see the answer key)

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