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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, On Strategy in General : Chapter 2, Force, Reserves & Space.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Clausewitz, what matters when a general makes adjustments to the war plan?
(a) Their experience.
(b) Their location.
(c) Their state of mind.
(d) Their personal interest.

2. Who said that the commander in chief of an army must resolve problems like great mathematicians, such as Newton and Euler?
(a) Frederick the Great.
(b) Clausewitz.
(c) Charles XII.
(d) Napoleon.

3. What definition does Clausewitz give of wearing down the enemy?
(a) Gradual exhaustion of horses.
(b) Gradual exhaustion of physical and moral resistance.
(c) Gradual exhaustion of commanding officers.
(d) Gradual exhaustion of ammunition.

4. What is precious to an army according to Clausewitz in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) Experienced soldiers.
(b) Young, fit officers.
(c) Good physical health.
(d) Good education.

5. What is strategy according to Clausewitz in Book 3, Chapter 1?
(a) The use of engagements.
(b) The setting up of the army.
(c) The supply line safety.
(d) The thinking prior to battle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What terrain does Clausewitz say might allow for a different type of use than the one he advocates?

2. What does Clausewitz think of genius and established rules?

3. What does Clausewitz say of obstinacy?

4. What tenet does Clausewitz admit previous war theorists got right?

5. What does Clausewitz say of the majority of intelligence information?

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