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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, On The Theory of War : Chapter 5, Method & Routine, Critical Analysis, Historical Examples.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Clausewitz describe the inexperienced soldier's first encounter with war?
(a) As a good life lesson.
(b) As an eye opening experience.
(c) As being plunged in darkness.
(d) As the first step toward real manhood.

2. What was not considered a suitable subject for theory in the former "art of war" according to Clausewitz?
(a) Tactics.
(b) The conduct of war.
(c) Strategy.
(d) Army building.

3. What is the third property according to Clausewitz?
(a) Army size.
(b) Courage.
(c) Uncertainty of all information.
(d) Moral values.

4. What is necessary to make theoretical sense of actual events according to Clausewitz?
(a) A military mind.
(b) His books.
(c) Critical analysis.
(d) Good academic bases.

5. What is precious to an army according to Clausewitz in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) Experienced soldiers.
(b) Good physical health.
(c) Young, fit officers.
(d) Good education.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is war NOT, according to Clausewitz?

2. How is Book 7 "On Attack" seen by Clausewitz?

3. What event does Clausewitz fear would make his book liable to endless misinterpretation?

4. What qualifies military geniuses according to Clausewitz?

5. Who said that the commander in chief of an army must resolve problems like great mathematicians, such as Newton and Euler?

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