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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1 General Principles of Guerrilla Warfare (4. Warfare on Favorable Ground, 5. Warfare on Unfavorable Ground, 6. Suburban Warfare).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The main advantage of a guerrilla force over a conventional force is its flexibility and what?
(a) Large size.
(b) Ammunition.
(c) Mobility.
(d) Weaponry.

2. What refers to a kind of wall or roof that can shelter men in a defensive position during a firefight?
(a) Camoflauge.
(b) Cover.
(c) Parapet.
(d) Vanguard.

3. In many areas, the guerrilla cannot rely on the help of which group, because reprisals from the state are often so violent that their loyalty cannot be assured?
(a) Local government.
(b) Local police.
(c) Peasants.
(d) City officials.

4. What refers to the head commander of a guerrilla column and will have up to 150 men under his command as well as several captains and lieutenants under him?
(a) Commandante.
(b) Captain.
(c) Officer.
(d) Lieutenant.

5. Despite the advantages that a guerrilla may find in rough terrain, he must always be careful to maintain good ___________ according to Guevara?
(a) Sight paths.
(b) Confidence.
(c) Weaponry.
(d) Communication.

Short Answer Questions

1. What term refers to any underhand interference with production, work, etc., in a plant, factory, etc., as by enemy agents during wartime or by employees during a trade dispute?

2. What term can either refer to the leaders of the revolution generally or the specific units that lead an attack?

3. What refers to a plan, procedure, or expedient for promoting a desired end or result?

4. What kind of guerrilla fighter's main goals involve the dissemination of propaganda as well as committing various acts of sabotage?

5. In his second lesson learned from the Cuban Revolution regarding the conduct of revolutionary movements in America, Guevara writes, "It is not necessary to wait until all conditions for making revolution exist; the ______ can create them."

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