On War Quiz

Carl von Clausewitz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What does Clausewitz think of genius and established rules? (from Book III, Of Strategy in General, Chapters VII-XVIII)

Genius follows rules to the letter.

Genius can override rules.

Genius expands the rules.

Genius makes the rules.

2.

Where should strategic plans be made according to Clausewitz? (from Book III, Of Strategy in General, Chapters VII-XVIII)

On the spot.

At the highest level.

At low level.

At mid level.

3.

What does Clausewitz say about the time passed to acquire knowledge in Book 2, Chapter 5? (from Book III, Of Strategy In General, Chapters I-VI)

It is well spent.

It will be missed.

It is too long.

It is not very long.

4.

What effect can physical violence have on troops if they don't understand why violence should be used according to Clausewitz? (from Book IV, The Combat, Chapters I-VIII)

Drop in morale.

Fear.

Anticipation.

Boredom.

5.

What does Clausewitz say can be challenging to do during a particular campaign? (from Book IV, The Combat, Chapters IX-XIV)

Attack.

Wait.

Defend.

Surrender.

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