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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which important development did Clausewitz overlook in his books?
(a) Secret treaties.
(b) Mechanization.
(c) Rifled weapons.
(d) The machine-gun.

2. Which nation did Russia decide to focus their efforts on first?
(a) Prussia.
(b) Germany.
(c) Romania.
(d) Austria.

3. Which of the following was an important use of air-power in World War II?
(a) To transport supplies.
(b) To slow down tanks.
(c) To destroy fleets.
(d) To support land forces.

4. During World War II, most maneuvers had the intention of attacking the enemy where?
(a) Along their coastlines.
(b) Along their entire front.
(c) In their rear area.
(d) In their capital cities.

5. What historical general is cited as basing his conquests on popular support?
(a) Belisarius.
(b) Hannibal.
(c) Caesar.
(d) William of Normany.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following did Clausewitz see himself as?

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

3. "Limited aim" wars are most often employed by what types of military forces?

4. According to the author, what type of government is least capable of creating ideal generals?

5. What was England's primary strength throughout the First World War?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the relationships between grand strategy, strategy and tactics.

2. What is a wedge attack, what is it used for and how is it countered?

3. Describe some common tactical movements of the armies of World War II.

4. What is the typical result of careless concentration of forces?

5. What did Germany need in order to become secure and peacefully end the war?

6. How did Hitler gain the loyalty and trust of his subordinates?

7. Describe the strategies used by the Turks during the First World War.

8. How does policy relate to national object and military aims?

9. Why was Ludendorff mostly unable to enact indirect strategies throughout the war?

10. What was the problem with Clausewitz's writings, and why did they have a negative impact on the first World War?

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