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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 characterize harboring reserve troops when they should be used to their fullest?
(a) Counter productive.
(b) Unimaginable.
(c) Good judgement.
(d) The mark of a genius.

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

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

4. What does Clausewitz say of the majority of intelligence information?
(a) It is accurate.
(b) It is not gathered fast enough.
(c) It is too much information.
(d) It is false.

5. What does Clausewitz call the moment of a battle where there is opportunity for a decisive victory?
(a) Height of the engagement.
(b) The turning point.
(c) Culmination of the attack.
(d) The end of the struggle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clausewitz think of the location where the war plans are drawn?

2. What definition of defense does Clausewitz give in Book 4, Chapter 1?

3. What does Clausewitz say about routine?

4. What is better than wasting or leaving forces idle according to Clausewitz?

5. What is courage to the soldier according to Clausewitz?

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