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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. How did Manstein describe Hitler?
(a) Sinful.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Wistful.
(d) Wilfull.

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

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

4. What did Manstein call the debate in Poland before it was occupied?
(a) The Pivot Point.
(b) The Plan.
(c) The Acknowledgement.
(d) The Crisis.

5. How did Manstein describe General Brauchitsch?
(a) Foolish.
(b) Severe.
(c) Intelligent.
(d) Talented.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who wanted the Polish Army stopped before they could withdraw?

3. To what front were Manstein and his Headquarters transferred?

4. Why was Hitler angry with General Beck?

5. What advantage did Germany have over Poland?

(see the answer key)

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