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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19: The Theory of Strategy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 lose international standing.
(b) They will suffer more than they gain.
(c) They will strengthen the support of the people.
(d) They will profit if the war takes place outside their borders.

2. What is one problem of relying upon locomotives in warfare?
(a) The civilian population will suffer without access to trains.
(b) Coal and labor must be constantly in supply.
(c) Troops suffer health problems.
(d) The railways must be protected.

3. During Caesar's wars, who was fighting for control of Egypt?
(a) Pompey and Anthony.
(b) Pompey and Brutus.
(c) Cleopatra and her brother.
(d) Cleopatra and Anthony.

4. What was England's primary strength throughout the First World War?
(a) Its navy.
(b) Its tanks.
(c) Its airforce.
(d) Its army.

5. Overall, what is the quality of Hitler's generalship?
(a) He was totally inept.
(b) He was unskilled with the indirect approach.
(c) He was an excellent general.
(d) He was a decent commander, but always used direct approaches.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following was a factor in limiting the possibilities for strategy on the eastern front?

2. In the First World War, what was Italy's diplomatic status?

3. In what way was Turkey exceptionally vulnerable?

4. The principle of mobility applies to units on what scale?

5. Forces are usually drawn into the "horns of a dilemma" in what way?

(see the answer key)

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