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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, 'Book 7' The Attack : Chapter 2, Without a Decision, Invasion, Victory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What construction method does Clausewitz use as a metaphor for holding new territories?
(a) Concrete pouring.
(b) Tile laying.
(c) Roof building.
(d) Wall building.

2. What should follow the attack on a well maintained defensive position according to Clausewitz?
(a) Retreat.
(b) Rest.
(c) Reinforcing the defensive position.
(d) A counter attack.

3. What are the top commanders more prone to suffer from according to Clausewitz?
(a) Incompetence.
(b) Overconfidence.
(c) Doubt.
(d) Fear.

4. What general rule does Clausewitz give concerning defense and attack?
(a) A particular general will be good at one or the other.
(b) Generals ususally prefer attacks.
(c) General should adapt to the situation.
(d) Attack is superior.

5. What definition of defense does Clausewitz give in Book 4, Chapter 1?
(a) To build fortifications that cannot be broken.
(b) To successfully not get hit even when another tried to hit you.
(c) To attack first and destroy the enemy totally.
(d) To block the enemy's advances without loss of life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What types of soldiers does Clausewitz say tend to lose heart when they encounter combat?

2. What does Clausewitz say about the time passed to acquire knowledge in Book 2, Chapter 5?

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

4. How does Clausewitz describe the inexperienced soldier's first encounter with war?

5. How does Clausewitz define the nature of war at the beginning of Book 1, Chapter 2?

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