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

2. What qualifies military geniuses according to Clausewitz?
(a) They go beyond established rules.
(b) They follow established rules.
(c) They wait for the enemy to make the first move.
(d) They go ahead without planning.

3. What do the enemy's expenditures consist of according to Clausewitz?
(a) Paying his soldiers and feeding his horses.
(b) Wastage of his forces and loss of territory.
(c) Food and camp expenses.
(d) Bribes of his allies.

4. What does Clausewitz mean by "Destroying the enemy?"
(a) Capturing the commanding officers of the enemy.
(b) Physically destroying all of the enemies forces.
(c) Destroying the enemy's reputation.
(d) Put the enemy's forces in a condition so they can no longer fight.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What do the kindhearted think, according to Clausewitz?

3. What theory does Clausewitz think many people have difficulty with?

4. What is courage to the soldier according to Clausewitz?

5. What are the two types of courage mentioned by Clausewitz?

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