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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, On The Nature of War : Chapter 2, Purpose & Means, On Military Genius & Danger in War.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the aim of disarming the enemy according to Clausewitz?
(a) To win the battle.
(b) To eliminate the threat of the enemy.
(c) To force the enemy to rebuild his forces.
(d) To clear the way for an invasion.

2. What does Clausewitz say is the one consideration that can postpone war between two parties that are ready for it?
(a) Creating their army.
(b) A desire to wait for a better moment before acting.
(c) The weather.
(d) Leaving time for diplomacy.

3. How does Clausewitz sees war in Book 1, Chapter 1?
(a) As a one time event that politicians cannot control.
(b) As a necessity for the economy.
(c) As a way for generals to fight boredom.
(d) As a continuation of policy by other means.

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

5. What does Clausewitz say of obstinacy?
(a) It is a fault of character.
(b) It is a sign of genius.
(c) It always brings victory.
(d) It is necessary.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Clausewitz, what can you expect if you demand a small penalty from your opponent?

2. Why does Clausewitz think great leaders were always right?

3. What does Clausewitz think of wars between civilized nations compared to savages?

4. Who said that the commander in chief of an army must resolve problems like great mathematicians, such as Newton and Euler?

5. Why do men fight each other according to Clausewitz?

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