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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What led to the need for a theory on the "art of war," according to Clausewtiz?

2. What types of soldiers does Clausewitz say tend to lose heart when they encounter combat?

3. What affects war strategy evolution according to Clausewitz?

4. What faulty concept did theorists try to condense previous theories in according to Clausewitz?

5. What does Clausewitz say of the majority of intelligence information?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is just as important as physical fitness?

2. What is the difference between strategy and tactics according to Clausewitz?

3. What does Clausewitz thinks of the relative strength of attack and defense?

4. What does Clausewitz says about great commanders?

5. What does Clausewitz think can bolster morale and cohesion in an army?

6. What does Clausewitz say of the analysis of several battles at the same time?

7. What does Clausewitz say about geniuses and rules?

8. What does Clausewitz think of physical and moral components of an army?

9. What didn't the invention of gun powder, advances in fire arms and the advance of civilization alter, according to Clausewitz?

10. What does Clausewitz think of the influence of army numbers in war?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Clausewitz' work is divided in 8 Books. Why do you think Clausewitz chose to divide it in such a way? Do you think that division helps or detracts from the goal of the book?

Essay Topic 2

Clausewitz says that the result of war is never final. Analyze the wars in Europe for the 30 years prior to the writing of the book and explain why Clausewitz thinks that war is never final. Use the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 3

Clausewitz talks about the "military spirit." Define military spirit and explain how a man can develop it. Make sure to include the role of the society, parental circle and country in your answer.

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