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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How were the first attempts at theorizing war according to Clausewitz?

2. What is the aim of disarming the enemy according to Clausewitz?

3. According to Clausewitz, what can you expect if you demand a small penalty from your opponent?

4. Why do men fight each other according to Clausewitz?

5. What factor does Clausewitz say was considered the only one that could be calculated according to the first author trying to theorize war?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Clausewitz think of the time spent on the acquisition of knowledge?

2. Why does Clausewitz believe that the wars between civilized countries are less cruel and destructive than between savages?

3. What does Clausewitz think of the influence of army numbers in war?

4. What does Clausewitz thinks of the relative strength of attack and defense?

5. When do the hostilities end according to Clausewitz?

6. What are novices of war surprised to discover concerning tactics and strategy?

7. Why does Clausewitz think that the result of war is never final?

8. What is the difference between strategy and tactics according to Clausewitz?

9. What motive to make war always exists according to Clausewitz?

10. What is strategy, according to Clausewitz?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Clausewitz is a proponent of the idea that defense is superior to offense. How do you think Clausewitz came to that conclusion? Include a historical context and the text to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

Who do you think Clausewitz is writing the book for? Is it a purely military manual or are the books also meant to be read by civilian leaders that he says must understand military matters? Use the text to support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

Clausewitz says that all assumptions and information are open to doubt. Find and Explain Clausewitz' reasons for saying so. Do you think social elements clouded his judgment? Use the book and historical information to support your statements.

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