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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, On The Theory of War : Chapter 3, Physical Effort, Intelligence & Friction in War.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Book 7 "On Attack" seen by Clausewitz?
(a) A conclusion.
(b) An independent book in the series.
(c) The counter part of Book 6, "On Defense."
(d) The introduction to Book 8, "War-Plans."

2. According to Clausewitz, what can you expect if you demand a small penalty from your opponent?
(a) Him to not try to fight you hard.
(b) Him to fight to the last man.
(c) Him to give it to you without a fight.
(d) Him to fight only one battle.

3. What adds to the challenges of the execution of a battle plan according to Clausewitz?
(a) Inexperienced soldiers.
(b) Bad commanders.
(c) Bad terrain.
(d) The situation not appearing as it is.

4. Why do men fight each other according to Clausewitz?
(a) Hostile intentions alone.
(b) Hostile feelings and hostile intentions.
(c) Hostile feelings alone.
(d) Hostile feelings and need to play.

5. What is courage to the soldier according to Clausewitz?
(a) The second requirement.
(b) Unnecessary if he follows orders.
(c) The first requirement.
(d) Something that makes no difference.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Clausewitz mean by "Destroying the enemy?"

3. What does discernment help superior officers do with the information gathered according to Clausewitz?

4. What clouds a soldier's objectivity concerning war according to Clausewitz?

5. What do the enemy's expenditures consist of according to Clausewitz?

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