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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. What is one problem of relying upon locomotives in warfare?
(a) Troops suffer health problems.
(b) The railways must be protected.
(c) Coal and labor must be constantly in supply.
(d) The civilian population will suffer without access to trains.

2. In World War II, what new branch of military technology provided enhanced mobility for soldiers?
(a) Flight.
(b) Landing craft.
(c) Transport ships.
(d) Mechanization.

3. What is meant by "flexibility" in strategic terms?
(a) Goals should be adjusted to meet current means.
(b) Forces should be composed of a wide variety of troop types.
(c) Forces should stay mobile.
(d) Commanders should be ready for any attack.

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

5. According to the author, when did the first use of military strategy in Europe occur?
(a) The fifth century AD.
(b) The fifth century BC.
(c) The third century AD.
(d) The first century BC.

Short Answer Questions

1. About how many men was Belisarius given with which to conquer the Vandals?

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

3. Which of the following was a factor in limiting the possibilities for strategy on the eastern front?

4. Fabius was famous for what tactic?

5. How were the Greeks able to fend off the Persian's first war against them?

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