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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, 'Book 7' The Attack : Chapter 1, Various Aspects of Attack.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the offensive party's line of thinking only concerned with the attack according to Clausewitz?
(a) Attack is usually an all in move.
(b) He can boast completeness.
(c) Attack is more simple.
(d) Attack minded generals are not smart enough for multi-level thinking.

2. What brings value to a strategy according to Clausewitz?
(a) The political gain of the emperor.
(b) The generals implementing it.
(c) The results.
(d) How well the war divert people from actual problems.

3. What is the foremost prominent factor in war according to Clausewitz?
(a) The size of the army.
(b) The war plan used.
(c) The training of the soldiers.
(d) The skills of the commander.

4. Where should strategic plans be made according to Clausewitz?
(a) At the highest level.
(b) At mid level.
(c) At low level.
(d) On the spot.

5. What is pivotal to successful offensive aims according to Clausewitz?
(a) Speed.
(b) Large number of firearms.
(c) Good communication.
(d) Physical and moral superiority.

Short Answer Questions

1. What adds to the challenges of the execution of a battle plan according to Clausewitz?

2. What situation does Clausewitz envision being the only one where one can completely destroy the army of the enemy?

3. What does Clausewitz think of genius and established rules?

4. What complements each method of defense according to Clausewitz in Book 5, Chapter 1?

5. What does Clausewitz say can alleviate fear in an army and improve performances?

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