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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The French Revolution and Napolean Bonaparte.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, what nation first employed military strategy in Europe?
(a) The Persians.
(b) The Romans.
(c) The Athenians.
(d) The Egyptians.

2. When did the decisive battles of William of Normandy occur?
(a) 1066 AD.
(b) 560 AD.
(c) 1408 AD.
(d) 1346 AD.

3. What two major elements of martial skill were combined successfully in Europe in the medieval era?
(a) Single combat and swordplay.
(b) Archery and horsemanship.
(c) Swordplay and horsemanship.
(d) Archery and close quarters combat.

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

5. Constable du Guesclin's style was most influenced by which previous general?
(a) Alexander.
(b) Hannibal.
(c) Fabius.
(d) Caesar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What critical factor does naval power in the Mediterranean influence, especially in the case of the Greeks?

2. What was the state of most armies in William of Normandy's time and region?

3. Marlborough was notable for his use of what stratagems?

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

5. According to the indirect method, which of the following is true regarding attacks on enemy resources and psychological conditions?

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