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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The OKW was created to act as which of the following?
(a) A logistical support organization.
(b) A mouthpiece for Goebbels.
(c) A puppet government for Hitler.
(d) A control mechanism.

2. What did Guderian think about the bomb plot?
(a) It could not have helped Germany.
(b) It was extremely foolish.
(c) It was a noble gesture.
(d) It was treason.

3. Where did Rommel believe the Allies would make their major amphibious invasion?
(a) Brest.
(b) Brittany.
(c) The Netherlands.
(d) The mouth of the Somme.

4. Guderian described Hitler as being brave in what situations?
(a) During the planning of attacks.
(b) When facing significant opposition.
(c) When things looked worst.
(d) During the execution of offensives.

5. Guderian was horrified when the command of the newly formed Army Group Vistula was given to what commander?
(a) Model.
(b) Goering.
(c) Rommel.
(d) Himmler.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did von Kluge attempt to do to Guderian?

2. Who did Guderian demand that Hitler replace?

3. What factor demoralized Rommel on the Western front?

4. What happened to Guderian when the OKH was bombed?

5. What did Guderian convince Himmler to do?

Short Essay Questions

1. What defensive mistakes did Hitler constantly make during the allied advances in Europe?

2. What problems did the German General Staff face in the inter-war period?

3. What faults did Guderian credit for Hitler's declining capabilities?

4. How were the opinions about entering into war different for Hitler and for the General Staff?

5. What happened when the Russians invaded German-allied Romania?

6. Why was Guderian interrogated?

7. Why was Guderian relieved from his command after the failed attack on the fortress?

8. What personal danger did Guderian face in Chapter 12?

9. How did Guderian quickly create an effective staff for his new command as Inspector-General of the Armored Troops?

10. What factors caused the German General Staff to adopt strategies for motorized and tank warfare?

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