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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. "Grand Strategy" incorporates what two elements of warfare?
(a) Culture and religion.
(b) Policy and military strategy.
(c) Psychology and military strategy.
(d) Policy and popular support.

2. At the height of his power and greatness, Napoleon was likened to what historical figure?
(a) Mark Anthony.
(b) Darius.
(c) Belisarius.
(d) Caesar.

3. How did Hitler secure the loyalty of the commanders serving under him?
(a) He put them in positions they were suited for.
(b) He gave them generous promotions and money.
(c) He consistently followed through with his word.
(d) He used flattery and praise liberally.

4. How did most military forces change over the period between 1854 and 1914?
(a) They became more professional.
(b) They became smaller.
(c) They began to incorporate artillery pieces.
(d) They started to center around naval power.

5. The Germans devised their strategy for war with France and the allies on the strategies of what general?
(a) Hannibal.
(b) Fabius.
(c) Caesar.
(d) Du Guesclin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Caesar's main opponent throughout most of his campaigns?

2. When did Belisarius carry out his wars of reconquest?

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

4. At the time of the Wars of Spanish Succession, what was the state of most European nations?

5. What bias are generals likely to carry during war councils?

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