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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. When does no side get attacked, but still spend resources toward the war effort according to Clausewitz?

2. What does Clausewitz say will force an enemy to withdraw from a previously conquered territory?

3. Why is the offensive party's line of thinking only concerned with the attack according to Clausewitz?

4. What complements each method of defense according to Clausewitz in Book 5, Chapter 1?

5. How does Clausewitz think available forces of a country should be used in a war?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say war often comes down to?

2. What does Clausewitz say about holding on to conquered terrain?

3. What does Clausewitz say about the priorities in war?

4. What is the theatre of operation according to Clausewitz?

5. What does Clausewitz says tempers his own view on the superiority of defense?

6. What does Clausewitz claim is not sought during military campaign?

7. In what country did Clausewitz serve in the military?

8. What does Clausewitz say of the attack strength?

9. What building does Clausewitz say is particularly important in military campaigns?

10. What does Clausewitz say about position and waiting?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

According to Clausewitz, a number of peace treaties were concluded without one of the fighters being "called powerless." What would compel a country whose forces can still fight effectively to ask for peace? Use the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

According to Clausewitz, once the expenditures of war go above that of the value and the objectives of the war, peace must follow. Why do you think a country could be compelled not to follow that rule? Use the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 3

Clausewitz says that "Normally [...] that loss of [the enemy's] territory weakens the fighting forces [of the enemy]," Do you think that statement is true? Give historical examples and Clausewitz' "On War" to support your answer.

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