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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Appendices I- XXV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT correctly describe the Waffen-SS?
(a) Mass murderers.
(b) Paratroopers.
(c) Hitler's bodyguards.
(d) Elite infantry.

2. When did Germany annex the remainder of Czechoslovakia?
(a) September 1939.
(b) November 1938.
(c) May 1939.
(d) December 1938.

3. According to Guderian, what was one of the problems the Tiger faced in its early introduction into the war?
(a) Its crews were poorly trained.
(b) It was introduced too early.
(c) It was not given appropriate ammunition.
(d) It lacked sufficiently large fuel tanks.

4. What was the model number of the new tank, believed to be superior to German tanks, that Russia put into combat for the first time during the fighting around Smolensk?
(a) B60.
(b) B14.
(c) T2.
(d) T34.

5. On July 18th, Guderian received a report that von Kluge intended to do what?
(a) Launch a huge offensive.
(b) Surrender his forces.
(c) Defect to the allies.
(d) Declare an armistice in the West.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nation used tanks in WWI?

2. What type of vehicle was the Panther?

3. In what branch was Guderian called to serve in 1921?

4. What agreement did Germany reach with Russia shortly before the invasion of Poland?

5. What date was the offensive against Brest-Litovsk initiated?

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