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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. How does Clausewitz sees the first 6 books he wrote in his notes?
(a) As a rough draft.
(b) As being stolen from another author.
(c) As a ready to publish version.
(d) As a formless mass that needs to be reworked.

2. What are high ranking officers usually not, according to Clausewitz?
(a) Geniuses.
(b) Scholarly personnel.
(c) Good learners.
(d) Smart people.

3. What does Clausewitz suggest be done with territories not immediately adjacent to one's country?
(a) Burn everything down.
(b) Hold on to them no matter what.
(c) Annex them.
(d) Release them come winter.

4. What does Clausewitz call the "Spirit"?
(a) The energy of the soldiers en masse.
(b) The aura of the commanding officer.
(c) The courage of the foot soldiers only.
(d) The perspective of victory.

5. What is necessary to make theoretical sense of actual events according to Clausewitz?
(a) His books.
(b) Critical analysis.
(c) Good academic bases.
(d) A military mind.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say is the one consideration that can postpone war between two parties that are ready for it?

2. What building does Clausewitz says is highly desirable for an army to have during the first half of the 19th century?

3. How is the majority of time in war spent according to Clausewitz?

4. What does Clausewitz says is the minimum objective that a fighting army can choose?

5. What type of engagement does Clausewitz say has a superior value?

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