This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, On The Theory of War : Chapter 3, Physical Effort, Intelligence & Friction in War.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Clausewitz say must determine the amount of efforts and resources put in a war?
(a) The country economical power.
(b) The size of the country.
(c) The will of the generals.
(d) The goal of the war.

2. What are the two sure ways to defeat an enemy according to Clausewitz?
(a) To destroy his armies and invade his country.
(b) To destroy his armies and blockade his country.
(c) To blockade his ports and wait for his surrender.
(d) To defeat his allies and take his women.

3. What qualifies military geniuses according to Clausewitz?
(a) They wait for the enemy to make the first move.
(b) They go ahead without planning.
(c) They follow established rules.
(d) They go beyond established rules.

4. What does Clausewitz mean by "Destroying the enemy?"
(a) Destroying the enemy's reputation.
(b) Physically destroying all of the enemies forces.
(c) Capturing the commanding officers of the enemy.
(d) Put the enemy's forces in a condition so they can no longer fight.

5. What does Clausewitz say indicates the will's resistance to a single blow?
(a) Courage.
(b) Endurance.
(c) Cowardliness.
(d) Staunchness.