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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hitler's Fall.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, which of the following strategies have been known and used by intelligent generals dating back to ancient times?
(a) Concentration of forces.
(b) Building fortifications.
(c) False retreats.
(d) Avoiding bloodshed and battles.

2. According to the author, how did Turenne's military strategy change as the general aged?
(a) He relied on weak advisors.
(b) His grasp of strategy faded quickly.
(c) His increasingly relied on outdated strategies.
(d) His strategy continued to improve.

3. Which of the following nations was NOT a major player in the war on the eastern front?
(a) Prussia.
(b) Poland.
(c) Russia.
(d) Austria.

4. What was the state of generalship during the British Civil Wars?
(a) Generals were unskilled politicians.
(b) British generals far outmatched those of other forces.
(c) Generals were skilled and evenly matched.
(d) The skills of generals on all sides varied widely.

5. During the British Civil Wars, what were the prospects for sweeping victories and conquests?
(a) They were limited.
(b) The author could not comment on the prospects.
(c) They were unlimited, given enough time.
(d) They were unlimited, given enough resources.

Short Answer Questions

1. What historical general is cited as basing his conquests on popular support?

2. According to the author, what is the use or importance of ancient strategies?

3. Which of the following was not a major branch of the military during Cromwell's time?

4. About how many Russian soldiers died on the eastern front during the First World War?

5. A "pincer movement" involves what kind of strategic maneuver?

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