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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13: The South-Eastern or Mediterranean Theatre.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What characteristic of the English occupation of France during the Hundred Year's war argues for the results being indecisive?
(a) The brief nature of the "conquered condition."
(b) The failure of other states to recognize England's claims.
(c) Religious strife.
(d) The continuity of French government and rule.

2. According to the author, what were the results of the Hundred Year's War, fought by du Guesclin and others?
(a) The results were mixed.
(b) The results were indecisive.
(c) It is impossible to comment on the results.
(d) The results were totally decisive.

3. In the First World War, what was Italy's diplomatic status?
(a) It was allied with Austria and Hungary.
(b) It was allied with France and England.
(c) It remained neutral, but was invaded by both Austria and France.
(d) It successfully remained neutral throughout the war.

4. According to the author, what is the use or importance of ancient strategies?
(a) They should be imitated exactly.
(b) They remain important to modern warfare.
(c) They have no relevance to modern warfare.
(d) They are useful for study only.

5. What bias are generals likely to carry during war councils?
(a) They are usually concerned about their careers more than victory.
(b) They do not want to use thier own forces in an offensive.
(c) They favor the armies and fronts under their command.
(d) They trust their own superiors rather than the high command.

Short Answer Questions

1. In addition to the physical gains, why did Fabius employ his brand of warfare?

2. Why did Caesar prefer to win battles and campaigns with as little bloodshed as possible?

3. What distinction does the author make during the discussion of the wars fought by Hannibal, Scipio and Caesar?

4. What events caused France to become a united nation?

5. In the overall strategic planning for the First World War, what country acted as a buffer between Germany and Russia?

(see the answer key)

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