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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Seventeenth Century- Gustavas, Cromwell, Turenne.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Compared to normal military strategies, indirect strategies strive to achieve what goal?
(a) Purely material goals.
(b) Multiple subsidiary goals.
(c) The same goal.
(d) Purely psychological goals.

2. In addition to the physical gains, why did Fabius employ his brand of warfare?
(a) For pyschological effect.
(b) For pure fame and glory.
(c) In order to pillage territories more effectively.
(d) To wear down his opponent's strength.

3. According to the indirect method, which of the following is true regarding attacks on enemy resources and psychological conditions?
(a) It is impossible to know if they are successful.
(b) They are almost never effective.
(c) They are effective, but too hard to carry out.
(d) They are highly effective.

4. William's ally attacked England from which direction?
(a) The southwest.
(b) The northeast.
(c) The southeast.
(d) The northwest.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Prince Edward is credited with improving greatly what type of military element?

2. What type of new military technology is discussed in depth at the beginning of the book?

3. During the British Civil Wars, what were the prospects for sweeping victories and conquests?

4. Which great Persian military leader is credited with introducing military strategy to Europe?

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

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