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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6; The Operation Plan Controversy; Commanding General 38 Army Corps.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Hitler do after speaking with Manstein about the attack in the West?
(a) Rescinded his reprimand.
(b) Took his advice.
(c) Gave him a promotion.
(d) Demoted him.

2. Who was the head of the O.K.H. during the attack on the West?
(a) Halder.
(b) Hitler.
(c) Reicheneau.
(d) Runstedt.

3. What was strange to Manstein when he and his headquarters were transferred?
(a) There was no fighting in the West.
(b) He was not given many men.
(c) There was another base close by him.
(d) He was leaving heavy fire.

4. What was the occupation in Austria called?
(a) The floral war.
(b) The war of the roses.
(c) The battle of the bulge.
(d) The visitation.

5. What did Manstein say was the only option of Poland when the occupation began?
(a) Assaults.
(b) Surrender.
(c) Assimilation.
(d) Retreat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Manstein fear most about the surprise attack on the West?

2. Who was the prime mover for the surprise attack in the West?

3. Who helped Poland seize German lands in WWI?

4. What caused Manstein to be moved to the 18 Division?

5. How did Manstein describe Hitler?

(see the answer key)

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