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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. In their second war against the Greeks, the massive Persian army and navy that supported it created what strategic problem?
(a) An obvious "line of expectation."
(b) Low "division slice."
(c) A narrow front.
(d) Dependance on local resources.

2. Why, according to the author, were Caesar's strategies insufficient?
(a) His men were not inspired by his leadership.
(b) He absolutely refused to lay siege in any circumstance.
(c) He failed to follow up on advantageous situations.
(d) He failed to attack the enemy leaders.

3. What type of new military technology is discussed in depth at the beginning of the book?
(a) Chemical weapons.
(b) Strategic bombers.
(c) Nuclear weapons.
(d) Helicopters.

4. Prince Edward is credited with improving greatly what type of military element?
(a) Combined arms.
(b) Fortified castles.
(c) Mobile reconnaissance.
(d) Supply trains.

5. Which of the following is a common method for generals employing the indirect approach?
(a) Moving rapidly without support.
(b) Besieging large towns.
(c) Luring opponents into weak positions.
(d) Using teams of mercenaries.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the indirect approach, military strategy needs to include plans to attack in what manner?

2. After the second war with Persia, Greece secured about how many years of peace and freedom from the Persians?

3. During William of Normandy's time, what was the state of military strategy?

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

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

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