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

2. What qualifies military geniuses according to Clausewitz?
(a) They wait for the enemy to make the first move.
(b) They follow established rules.
(c) They go beyond established rules.
(d) They go ahead without planning.

3. What does Clausewitz say is the one consideration that can postpone war between two parties that are ready for it?
(a) Creating their army.
(b) Leaving time for diplomacy.
(c) The weather.
(d) A desire to wait for a better moment before acting.

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 blockade his ports and wait for his surrender.
(c) To defeat his allies and take his women.
(d) To destroy his armies and blockade his country.

5. Who does Clausewitz say fares best at war with the consequences of friction?
(a) People who are not smart enough to realize the problem.
(b) People with an iron will.
(c) People who are smart enough to foresee the friction.
(d) People who don't care.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the kindhearted think, according to Clausewitz?

2. What emotion does Clausewitz say should be used to make the enemy doubt the outcome of a war?

3. What is the aim of disarming the enemy according to Clausewitz?

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

5. What are the two types of courage mentioned by Clausewitz?

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