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

2. What type of situation are high level leaders expected to oversee according to Clausewitz?

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

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

5. What does Clausewitz say can be challenging to do during a particular campaign?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How does Clausewitz define defense?

4. What does Clausewitz say of the attack strength?

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

6. What does Clausewitz' experience teach him concerning the use of tactics by high ranking officers?

7. Why did the Jews, in the example given by Clausewitz to illustrate his vision on holding terrain, not form a strong country?

8. What does Clausewitz say is necessary for the destruction of the enemy?

9. According to Clausewitz, what is the majority of time spent on during war?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Do you think Clausewitz is right when he says that wars between civilized nations are less cruel and destructive than between "savages"? Use the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 3

Clausewitz says that adapting ones army to a new tactic is necessary to stay on the edge. Discuss how tactics changed since Clausewitz' time and how his book influenced military strategy.

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