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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, On Strategy in General : Chapter 2, Force, Reserves & Space.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What cannot be underestimated according to Clausewitz in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) The need for good horses.
(b) The intellectual training.
(c) The physical effort.
(d) The need for an army to walk.

2. According to Clausewitz, what general would never have prevailed had he fought like Charles XII?
(a) Charles XIII.
(b) Frederick the Great.
(c) Napoleon.
(d) Louis the XIV.

3. What factor does Clausewitz say was considered the only one that could be calculated according to the first author trying to theorize war?
(a) The execution of war.
(b) The preparation of war.
(c) Training of generals.
(d) Assault on fortified positions.

4. What types of soldiers does Clausewitz say tend to lose heart when they encounter combat?
(a) Young officers.
(b) Poorly trained soldiers.
(c) Married soldiers and the sick.
(d) The inexperienced and followers.

5. What is the populace trained to do according to Clausewitz?
(a) Take up arms against the country's enemies.
(b) Rebel.
(c) Submit to others.
(d) To complain or sabotage.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say about friction and strength?

2. What does Clausewitz say indicates the will's resistance to a single blow?

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

4. What are the top commanders more prone to suffer from according to Clausewitz?

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

(see the answer key)

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