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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 theory does Clausewitz think many people have difficulty with?
(a) Counter insurgency.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Tactics.
(d) Major Operations.

2. 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) Put the enemy's forces in a condition so they can no longer fight.
(d) Destroying the enemy's reputation.

3. How does Clausewitz define the nature of war at the beginning of Book 1, Chapter 2?
(a) Simple and changeable.
(b) Complex and strict.
(c) Simple and strict.
(d) Complex and changeable.

4. What does Clausewitz say must determine the amount of efforts and resources put in a war?
(a) The size of the country.
(b) The will of the generals.
(c) The goal of the war.
(d) The country economical power.

5. What are the two types of courage mentioned by Clausewitz?
(a) Courage to put one self before anyone else and courage to hold on to ones position when incompetent.
(b) Courage of taking responsibility and personal courage.
(c) Courage to retreat and courage to sacrifice more than necessary
(d) Courage of taking responsibility and courage to send underlings to battle

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say is the one consideration that can postpone war between two parties that are ready for it?

2. How does Clausewitz sees the first 6 books he wrote in his notes?

3. How is Book 7 "On Attack" seen by Clausewitz?

4. How does Clausewitz sees war in Book 1, Chapter 1?

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

(see the answer key)

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