On War Quiz | Eight Week Quiz F

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 131 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

On War Quiz | Eight Week Quiz F

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 131 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, 'Book 7' The Attack : Chapter 2, Without a Decision, Invasion, Victory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is initiative more helpful according to Clausewitz?
(a) In attack.
(b) In defense.
(c) In strategy.
(d) In tactic.

2. What is better than wasting or leaving forces idle according to Clausewitz?
(a) Using them properly.
(b) Misusing them.
(c) Using them in a flank attack.
(d) Sending them home.

3. Who were the rules created for according to Clausewitz?
(a) The rich.
(b) The unintelligent.
(c) The military.
(d) The poor.

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

5. What situation does Clausewitz envision being the only one where one can completely destroy the army of the enemy?
(a) When the enemy is too slow to retreat.
(b) When the enemy goals are high enough to allow it.
(c) When the enemy has a small army.
(d) When the enemy's general is incompetent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say can alleviate fear in an army and improve performances?

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

3. How is the majority of time in war spent according to Clausewitz?

4. What does Clausewitz call part of a full scope war that sees several tactical engagements in Book 5, Chapter 2?

5. Why don't civilized nations execute their prisoners according to Clausewitz?

(see the answer key)

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