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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the early stages of the guerrilla war, training will primarily consist of what?

2. When did Fidel Castro become Prime Minister of Cuba?

3. Once victory has been achieved by the revolutionary army, what aspect of the old regime must be dismantled?

4. Guevara notes that communications by road can be completely paralyzed by the adequate employment of what?

5. Sabotage on a national scale should be aimed principally at destroying what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What industries are important in addition to the two essential ones Guevara discusses? Why?

2. What is intelligence? How important is intelligence for the guerrilla movement?

3. How should the revolutionary army seek to protect itself against counter-revolutionaries, according to Guevara?

4. What does Guevara write of the role of women in guerrilla movements?

5. What establishments are important to develop once extensive zones of operation are established?

6. What is propaganda? How many kinds does Guevara discuss?

7. What are the needs for medical personnel in the war zone? How does this expand with the movement?

8. What created the greatest unrest among the old regime after Castro's rise to power? Why?

9. How does Guevara distinguish the guerrilla army from that of a regular army?

10. What must be done initially once victory is ensured against the enemy, according to Guevara?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the favorable terrain for the guerrilla fighter as defined by Guevara. What are examples of this terrain in Cuba? What other military operations have taken advantage of similar favorable territory?

Essay Topic 2

Define the term "sabotage" and identify how it is a useful tool in a guerrilla movement. How does sabotage differ from terrorism?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the importance of ammunition to the guerrilla band. How does the guerrilla hope to secure ammunition from the enemy? How would guerrilla forces go about making their own gunpowder, as suggested by Guevara?

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