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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12- The Final Collapse.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Guderian explained to Hitler that Army Group Vistula suffered what setback during their final attack?
(a) Heavy casualties.
(b) Loss of leadership.
(c) Total disorganization.
(d) Poor morale.

2. During Germany's final collapse, Guderian sought an audience with Hitler and what other major leader?
(a) Model.
(b) Rommel.
(c) Himmler.
(d) Goering.

3. What did Hitler order Guderian to do after their final confrontation?
(a) Surrender.
(b) Kill himself.
(c) Go on a six-week leave.
(d) Lead a suicide attack.

4. What major problem limited tank production in late 1943?
(a) Complexity of tank designs.
(b) The diversion of resources toward rocket production.
(c) Lack of manpower.
(d) Allied bombing.

5. How did the first waves of the 10th Panzer Division cross the Meuse River?
(a) By using an improvised bridge.
(b) By using captured barges.
(c) By floating tanks on pontoons.
(d) By assault boat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What German commander demanded the glory of destroying the English army at Dunkirk?

2. Guderian advocated what defensive strategy for the Eastern front?

3. What fortress was the new commander of Army Group Vistulla ordeedr to relieve?

4. Guderian showed Hitler proof that Army Group Vistula's attack received which of the following?

5. Why was Guderian unable to press his attack into Dunkirk?

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