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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hitler's Run of Victory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mobility favors troops of what type?
(a) Mobility does not favor troops.
(b) Light troops that forage for supplies.
(c) Large armies that have effective supply trains.
(d) Detached "flying columns."

2. Hitler missed an excellent opportunity to wipe out the English army in what region?
(a) Bastogne.
(b) Dunkirk.
(c) Whitfield.
(d) Brest.

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 used flattery and praise liberally.
(c) He consistently followed through with his word.
(d) He gave them generous promotions and money.

4. According to one of the aphorisms introduced at the beginning of the book, what is the likely outcome for all nations that participate in a war?
(a) They will strengthen the support of the people.
(b) They will profit if the war takes place outside their borders.
(c) They will lose international standing.
(d) They will suffer more than they gain.

5. What is the most important possible result of a significant moral victory?
(a) A war can be ended without fighting.
(b) Losses can be reduced.
(c) A battle can be avoided.
(d) A superior position can be gained.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following elements is NOT described as being part of the "center" of a country's military power?

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

3. In general, the Germans avoided what strategic mistake?

4. Effective grand strategies must include what factor?

5. What caused the Romans to restructure their entire military starting in 378 AD?

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