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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. Who took power away from the O.K.H.?
(a) Reichenau.
(b) Stallin.
(c) Hitler.
(d) Manstein.

2. What battle did Reichenau lead?
(a) The battle of Bzura.
(b) The battle of Bentley.
(c) The battle of Botria.
(d) The battle of Bindlinton.

3. What was Manstein's title at the beginning of the book?
(a) Deputy.
(b) Commander.
(c) Lieutenant.
(d) Inspector.

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(c) Rescinded his reprimand.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

5. What advantage did Germany have over Poland?
(a) Land locked advantage.
(b) Professional plans.
(c) Sea forces.
(d) Better equipment.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did the attack on Poland begin?

2. What made Belgium hard to attack?

3. What did Manstein say was the only option of Poland when the occupation began?

4. What kind of pact did Germany sign with the Soviet Union?

5. How did Manstein describe Hitler?

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