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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, On The Theory of War : Chapter 4, Art & Science of War: Classifications.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Clausewitz, what cannot be ignored in war?
(a) The walking speed of the army.
(b) The canon's maker.
(c) The breed of the horses.
(d) Moral values.

2. For Clausewitz, when should defeating the enemy not be the aim of a war?
(a) When the enemy has powerful allies.
(b) When the enemy is a salvage.
(c) When the enemy is an economical power.
(d) When the enemy's army is substantially more powerful.

3. What does Clausewitz think of wars between civilized nations compared to savages?
(a) They are less cruel and destructive.
(b) They are more pretty because of the uniforms.
(c) They are the same.
(d) They are more cruel and destructive.

4. What does Clausewitz say must determine the amount of efforts and resources put in a war?
(a) The size of the country.
(b) The will of the generals.
(c) The country economical power.
(d) The goal of the war.

5. What does Clausewitz compare the old "art of war" to to conclude its uselessness?
(a) Arrow making and archery.
(b) Sword building and fencing.
(c) Cow breeding and cultivation.
(d) Cultivation and eating.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say clouds the reality of one's position within a situation?

2. What does Clausewitz say about friction and strength?

3. What does Clausewitz mean by "Destroying the enemy?"

4. What definition does Clausewitz give of wearing down the enemy?

5. What is courage to the soldier according to Clausewitz?

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