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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. During the British Civil Wars, what were the prospects for sweeping victories and conquests?
(a) They were unlimited, given enough resources.
(b) The author could not comment on the prospects.
(c) They were limited.
(d) They were unlimited, given enough time.

2. What factor hampered Marlborough's progress?
(a) Spanish supply trains were too slow.
(b) The enemy had numerical superiority.
(c) He was held back by cautious generals.
(d) Communications were not reliable at the time.

3. Effective grand strategies must include what factor?
(a) Both indirect and direct methods.
(b) Methods to subjugate conquered peoples.
(c) Propaganda.
(d) Methods to maintain whatever is gained.

4. During William of Normandy's time, what was the state of military strategy?
(a) It was almost totally forgotten.
(b) It was in decline.
(c) It was unpopular for being unchivalrous.
(d) It was improving greatly.

5. What was the state of generalship during the British Civil Wars?
(a) The skills of generals on all sides varied widely.
(b) British generals far outmatched those of other forces.
(c) Generals were unskilled politicians.
(d) Generals were skilled and evenly matched.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. According to the author, what is the use or importance of ancient strategies?

4. Which of the following was a widely-used tactic in William of Normandy's time?

5. In what way did Caesar excel as a general?

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