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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 3, Physical Effort, Intelligence & Friction in War.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say clouds the reality of one's position within a situation?
(a) Fear.
(b) The fog of war.
(c) Bad terrain.
(d) Over confidence.

2. What emotion does Clausewitz say should be used to make the enemy doubt the outcome of a war?
(a) Cowardliness.
(b) Greed.
(c) Overconfidence.
(d) Fear.

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

4. What are the two sure ways to defeat an enemy according to Clausewitz?
(a) To destroy his armies and invade his country.
(b) To destroy his armies and blockade his country.
(c) To blockade his ports and wait for his surrender.
(d) To defeat his allies and take his women.

5. What tends to exacerbate falsehood according to Clausewitz?
(a) Overconfidence.
(b) Bad intelligence officers.
(c) Low self esteem.
(d) Fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does discernment help superior officers do with the information gathered according to Clausewitz?

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

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

4. According to Clausewitz, what can you expect if you demand a small penalty from your opponent?

5. What definition does Clausewitz give for "friction"?

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