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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 (Chapters 10-14).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the one precaution the German commanders did not plan for?
(a) Train traffic.
(b) Flexibility.
(c) Rest.
(d) Supplies.

2. What country was Bethmann referring to when he said, “it was like striking a man from behind while he was fighting for his life against two assailants” (129)
(a) Germany.
(b) France.
(c) Belgium.
(d) England.

3. What instrument was played at King Edward VII’s funeral?
(a) Drums, bagpipes, and flutes.
(b) Horns, drums, and bagpipes.
(c) Horns and drums.
(d) Drums and bagpipes.

4. What anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo had almost arrived when the British reached it on their march to Mons?
(a) The 100th anniversary.
(b) The 50th anniversary.
(c) The 20th anniversary.
(d) The 200th anniversary.

5. How long did the old Field Marshal Moltke think the next war could last?
(a) 20 weeks.
(b) 3 years.
(c) 4 days.
(d) 30 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. The German fear of what did not run as deep as their commitment to Socialism?

2. What was the gateway into Belgium from Germany?

3. What did the wave of financial panic shut down in London?

4. In spite of reports of disaster and defeat, both Wilson and Joffre continued to plan on what strategy as Chapter 14 draws to a close?

5. How many weeks did the Germans estimate Russia would need to mobilize its armies?

(see the answer key)

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