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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Concentrated Essence of Strategy and Tactics.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During World War II, most maneuvers had the intention of attacking the enemy where?
(a) In their capital cities.
(b) In their rear area.
(c) Along their entire front.
(d) Along their coastlines.

2. Which war demonstrated the risks of using a largely unprofessional force?
(a) The Baltic War.
(b) The Crimean War.
(c) The American Civil War.
(d) The Spanish Civil War.

3. What distinction does the author make during the discussion of the wars fought by Hannibal, Scipio and Caesar?
(a) Strategy vs tactics.
(b) Free vs conscripted armies.
(c) Direct vs indirect approaches.
(d) Decisive vs indecisive results.

4. Mobility favors troops of what type?
(a) Large armies that have effective supply trains.
(b) Light troops that forage for supplies.
(c) Mobility does not favor troops.
(d) Detached "flying columns."

5. What caused the Romans to restructure their entire military starting in 378 AD?
(a) A loss to Gothic cavalry.
(b) Encounters with Persian horse-archers.
(c) The failed invasion of Thrace.
(d) The division of the empire into two halves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What historical general is cited as basing his conquests on popular support?

2. Belisarius's legacy caused the Byzantines to adopt what military strategy for centuries?

3. According to the author, which of the following strategies have been known and used by intelligent generals dating back to ancient times?

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

5. Who was the main German commander on the eastern front?

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