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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, On The Nature of War : Chapter 2, Purpose & Means, On Military Genius & Danger in War.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Clausewitz think great leaders were always right?
(a) Because of their innate greatness and genius.
(b) Because of their academic training.
(c) Because of their faith.
(d) Because they read a draft of the book.

2. Why don't civilized nations execute their prisoners according to Clausewitz?
(a) They do not have time to take prisoners.
(b) It is against the Geneva Convention.
(c) They do not want to waste bullets.
(d) Intelligence plays a higher part in warfare.

3. What theory does Clausewitz think many people have difficulty with?
(a) Tactics.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Counter insurgency.
(d) Major Operations.

4. What does Clausewitz say determines the military objectives and the amount of force assigned to a war?
(a) The size of the army.
(b) The political object.
(c) The will of the generals in charge.
(d) The social object.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of operations does Clausewitz say can help in the outcome of war?

2. What event does Clausewitz fear would make his book liable to endless misinterpretation?

3. Why do men fight each other according to Clausewitz?

4. How does Clausewitz sees the first 6 books he wrote in his notes?

5. What does Clausewitz say must determine the amount of efforts and resources put in a war?

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