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

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

3. What is precious to an army according to Clausewitz in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) Good education.
(b) Good physical health.
(c) Young, fit officers.
(d) Experienced soldiers.

4. What are Clausewitz views on fear in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) It should be mastered by soldiers.
(b) It is a good condition to put the enemy in.
(c) A large army is less prone to it.
(d) It should be ignored are irrelevant.

5. What controls the strategist according to Clausewitz?
(a) The generals.
(b) Duty to the troops and to the objectives.
(c) The civilian powers.
(d) The rules of engagement.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say has a profound effect on methods used in war?

2. What brings value to a strategy according to Clausewitz?

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

4. Who does Clausewitz say fares best at war with the consequences of friction?

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

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