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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. Why does Clausewitz think great leaders were always right?
(a) Because of their academic training.
(b) Because they read a draft of the book.
(c) Because of their innate greatness and genius.
(d) Because of their faith.

2. What cannot be underestimated according to Clausewitz in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) The need for good horses.
(b) The intellectual training.
(c) The need for an army to walk.
(d) The physical effort.

3. What tenet does Clausewitz admit previous war theorists got right?
(a) Cavalry cannot be defeated.
(b) Commanding officers are paramount to any army.
(c) Engagement is the only effective means of war.
(d) Engagement is a sign of a weak commander.

4. What do allies do concerning weaknesses according to Clausewitz?
(a) They try to match them.
(b) They exploit them.
(c) They work to cover each other weaknesses.
(d) They try to ignore them.

5. What should military people do when they are not on the battlefield according to Clausewitz?
(a) Train.
(b) Read.
(c) Relax.
(d) Leave the country.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Clausewitz say fares best at war with the consequences of friction?

3. What does Clausewitz say indicates the will's resistance to a single blow?

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

5. What emotion does Clausewitz say should be used to make the enemy doubt the outcome of a war?

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