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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hitler's Fall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the state of generalship during the British Civil Wars?
(a) The skills of generals on all sides varied widely.
(b) British generals far outmatched those of other forces.
(c) Generals were skilled and evenly matched.
(d) Generals were unskilled politicians.

2. Which of the following was a factor in limiting the possibilities for strategy on the eastern front?
(a) Lack of large artillery.
(b) Poorly trained generals.
(c) Insufficient manpower.
(d) Dependance on railways.

3. A "pincer movement" involves what kind of strategic maneuver?
(a) Refusing one's own flank.
(b) Turning an enemy's flank.
(c) Widening one's own flank.
(d) Driving up an enemy's flank.

4. Which nation did Russia decide to focus their efforts on first?
(a) Romania.
(b) Austria.
(c) Prussia.
(d) Germany.

5. What was Napoleon able to accomplish that Hitler could not?
(a) Non-French people were happy to live under his rule.
(b) He ended his war peacefully.
(c) He matched England's naval dominance.
(d) He conquered Russia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following nations was NOT a major player in the war on the eastern front?

2. According to the author, what is the use or importance of ancient strategies?

3. Forces are usually drawn into the "horns of a dilemma" in what way?

4. According to the author, how did Turenne's military strategy change as the general aged?

5. About how many Russian soldiers died on the eastern front during the First World War?

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