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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6, 'Book 8 : War Plans' : Chapter 2, The Instrument of Policy Seeks Limited Aims.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is strategy according to Clausewitz in Book 3, Chapter 1?
(a) The thinking prior to battle.
(b) The use of engagements.
(c) The supply line safety.
(d) The setting up of the army.

2. What should follow the attack on a well maintained defensive position according to Clausewitz?
(a) Reinforcing the defensive position.
(b) A counter attack.
(c) Rest.
(d) Retreat.

3. What tends to exacerbate falsehood according to Clausewitz?
(a) Bad intelligence officers.
(b) Overconfidence.
(c) Low self esteem.
(d) Fear.

4. What brings value to a strategy according to Clausewitz?
(a) The generals implementing it.
(b) How well the war divert people from actual problems.
(c) The results.
(d) The political gain of the emperor.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What definition does Clausewitz give of wearing down the enemy?

2. How does Clausewitz describe the inexperienced soldier's first encounter with war?

3. What is military life about according to Clausewitz?

4. What does Clausewitz say clouds the reality of one's position within a situation?

5. What does Clausewitz compare countries who send soldiers to help allies to?

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