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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 is suspension of action in war usually a sign of according to Clausewitz?

2. What is Clausewitz disappointed about concerning imperial expansion?

3. How can one determine the policies of a specific country at war according to Clausewitz?

4. What can attack and defense be transformed into according to Clausewitz?

5. What are the defensive lines of thinking concerned about according to Clausewitz?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say about position and waiting?

2. Who does Clausewitz argue are more prone to self-sacrifice?

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

4. What does Clausewitz say of the attack strength?

5. What is the focus of every nation according to Clausewitz?

6. How does Clausewitz define defense?

7. What use of a small force does Clausewitz talk about in the book 8?

8. What does Clausewitz' personal experiences teach him concerning war?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Clausewitz talks about how an army can be on the moral side; meaning one army has the just cause. Analyze the governments of Europe and what they were standing for. Do you think European countries of that time could have the moral high ground against another country? Use the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Clausewitz says that all assumptions and information are open to doubt. Find and Explain Clausewitz' reasons for saying so. Do you think social elements clouded his judgment? Use the book and historical information to support your statements.

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