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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the author cite Kennedy's handling of the Cuban missile crisis?
(a) As an example of the pre-nuclear age.
(b) As an example of U.S. military might.
(c) As an example of what should not take place.
(d) As an example of post-heroic leadership.

2. In 1806, Wellington realized what dream?
(a) Of being accepted by his military peers.
(b) Of graduating from college.
(c) Of being married.
(d) Of becoming a military leader.

3. Keegan points out that there are some factors overlooked or glossed over by many _____________________ regarding Hitler's early war experiences.
(a) Germans.
(b) Military leaders.
(c) American historians.
(d) Historians and biographers.

4. What the Kingdom of Macedon poor?
(a) No, it was the wealthiest nation in the region.
(b) Yes.
(c) No, it was just not as rich as its neighbors and enemies.
(d) No, it was the second wealthiest nation in the region.

5. How long did Wellington spend in India?
(a) Eight years.
(b) Three years.
(c) Thirteen years.
(d) Four years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Did Aristotle have a long and irreversible impact on Alexander?

2. In a nutshell, Hitler saw war as what?

3. How close did Germany come to victory in WWI?

4. When did Wellington come alive in his military career?

5. What technological advancement was important during the American Revolution, the Peninsular War, and at Waterloo? This proves that military progress is inevitable.

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