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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, 'Book 7' The Attack : Chapter 2, Without a Decision, Invasion, Victory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What must the strategist do during war according to Clausewitz?
(a) Always use the same strategy.
(b) Use past strategies.
(c) Change strategies every few days.
(d) Maintain control.

2. When is initiative more helpful according to Clausewitz?
(a) In attack.
(b) In strategy.
(c) In tactic.
(d) In defense.

3. What is war NOT, according to Clausewitz?
(a) A long succession of battles.
(b) A short single blow.
(c) A succession of single blows with short periods of peace times.
(d) A single long battle.

4. According to Clausewitz, what is typically not decisive in a long term conflict?
(a) Accurate firearms.
(b) A good General.
(c) Large number of cavalry.
(d) One successful surprise attack.

5. What does Clausewitz say is more difficult to do during a war?
(a) Make a good decision.
(b) Send units on suicide missions.
(c) Trace effects back to its causes.
(d) See the consequences of an action.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz suggest about the quality of the readings made by most people concerning military matters?

2. What does Clausewitz say can be challenging to do during a particular campaign?

3. What are the defensive lines of thinking concerned about according to Clausewitz?

4. According to Clausewitz, what matters when a general makes adjustments to the war plan?

5. What definition does Clausewitz give for "friction"?

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