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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. In the overall strategic planning for the First World War, what country acted as a buffer between Germany and Russia?
(a) Prussia.
(b) Austria.
(c) Poland.
(d) France.

2. How did most military forces change over the period between 1854 and 1914?
(a) They started to center around naval power.
(b) They became smaller.
(c) They began to incorporate artillery pieces.
(d) They became more professional.

3. What factor aided Napoleon in his ascent to become ruler of a united France?
(a) Popular support for a new form of government.
(b) Unrest in occupied territories.
(c) Rapid militarization.
(d) Strong economic growth.

4. The Germans devised their strategy for war with France and the allies on the strategies of what general?
(a) Fabius.
(b) Hannibal.
(c) Caesar.
(d) Du Guesclin.

5. In general, the Germans avoided what strategic mistake?
(a) Misusing resources.
(b) Underestimating the enemy.
(c) Overextending supply lines.
(d) Fighting engagements for too long or at too high a cost.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Napoleon able to accomplish that Hitler could not?

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

3. Effective grand strategies must include what factor?

4. William's ally attacked England from which direction?

5. Who was the Emperor of the Western Roman Empire during Belisarius's time?

(see the answer key)

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