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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4; The Operations of Southern Army Group; The Campaign in the West.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Manstein's title at the beginning of the book?
(a) Deputy.
(b) Commander.
(c) Lieutenant.
(d) Inspector.

2. What caused Manstein to be moved to the 18 Division?
(a) A test.
(b) A scandal.
(c) A death in the ranks.
(d) A promotion.

3. How many prisoners were captured in Radom?
(a) 50,000.
(b) 60,000.
(c) 30,000.
(d) 40,000.

4. Why was Hitler angry with General Beck?
(a) He was late in reporting figures.
(b) He was weak in his training maneuvers.
(c) He opposed the plan to overtake Austria.
(d) He was caught speaking ill of the Army.

5. What did Manstein say was the only option of Poland when the occupation began?
(a) Retreat.
(b) Assimilation.
(c) Assaults.
(d) Surrender.

Short Answer Questions

1. What group did Hitler's advisers work for?

2. What did Manstein call the debate in Poland before it was occupied?

3. What was strange to Manstein when he and his headquarters were transferred?

4. What did Manstein say the Polish Army was caught up in?

5. Where was the main push of the German Army during the push on Poland?

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