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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 5, Method & Routine, Critical Analysis, Historical Examples.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say clouds the reality of one's position within a situation?
(a) The fog of war.
(b) Fear.
(c) Over confidence.
(d) Bad terrain.

2. What are Clausewitz views on fear in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) It should be ignored are irrelevant.
(b) A large army is less prone to it.
(c) It is a good condition to put the enemy in.
(d) It should be mastered by soldiers.

3. How long does Clausewitz say it would take a man to compile a proper survey of history?
(a) 3 years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) A lifetime.
(d) 50 years.

4. What does Clausewitz says of the people that can deal with friction?
(a) Scholars are usually among them.
(b) Military genius.
(c) They will show up when they are needed.
(d) They are very rare.

5. 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 country economical power.
(d) The goal of the war.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Clausewitz, why should events be studied one by one and in great detail?

2. What is necessary to make theoretical sense of actual events according to Clausewitz?

3. What type of operations does Clausewitz say can help in the outcome of war?

4. What does Clausewitz say about the teaching of war strategy?

5. What is the aim of disarming the enemy according to Clausewitz?

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