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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, On Strategy in General : Chapter 1, Strategy, Morality & Military Virtues.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say has a profound effect on methods used in war?
(a) The weapons.
(b) The government.
(c) The soldiers.
(d) The aims.

2. What is the third property according to Clausewitz?
(a) Army size.
(b) Courage.
(c) Uncertainty of all information.
(d) Moral values.

3. 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.

4. What portion of the war plans do lower ranking figures usually implement according to Clausewitz?
(a) The easy portion.
(b) The unimportant portion.
(c) The small portion.
(d) The tactical portion.

5. Why were the rules created according to Clausewitz?
(a) To provide guidance on how to behave and act.
(b) To prevent the military from taking power.
(c) To prevent civilians from interfering with war plans.
(d) To prevent soldiers from revolting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What brings value to a strategy according to Clausewitz?

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

3. What affects war strategy evolution according to Clausewitz?

4. What does Clausewitz say of obstinacy?

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

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