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

2. What does Clausewitz say dictates how much control an official must maintain over others?
(a) His country.
(b) His gender.
(c) His rank.
(d) His age.

3. What is the aim of disarming the enemy according to Clausewitz?
(a) To clear the way for an invasion.
(b) To win the battle.
(c) To eliminate the threat of the enemy.
(d) To force the enemy to rebuild his forces.

4. How does Clausewitz think available forces of a country should be used in a war?
(a) On different fronts.
(b) One army group at a time.
(c) In small groups.
(d) Entirely.

5. What is precious to an army according to Clausewitz in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) Experienced soldiers.
(b) Good education.
(c) Young, fit officers.
(d) Good physical health.

Short Answer Questions

1. What should follow the attack on a well maintained defensive position according to Clausewitz?

2. What does Clausewitz say about the use of the forces available in Book 3, Chapter 2?

3. What qualities does Clausewitz describe as imperative for a commander?

4. Who said that the commander in chief of an army must resolve problems like great mathematicians, such as Newton and Euler?

5. What is the most prominent form of defensive tactics according to Clausewitz?

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