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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The French Revolution and Napolean Bonaparte.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What critical factor does naval power in the Mediterranean influence, especially in the case of the Greeks?
(a) The horn of doubt.
(b) Control of communications.
(c) Force multipliers.
(d) Amphibious assault capability.

2. What methods characterized the Wars of Spanish Succession?
(a) Scorched-earth policy.
(b) Psychological warfare.
(c) Indirect methods.
(d) Direct methods.

3. What factor hampered Marlborough's progress?
(a) Spanish supply trains were too slow.
(b) The enemy had numerical superiority.
(c) He was held back by cautious generals.
(d) Communications were not reliable at the time.

4. A "pincer movement" involves what kind of strategic maneuver?
(a) Driving up an enemy's flank.
(b) Refusing one's own flank.
(c) Turning an enemy's flank.
(d) Widening one's own flank.

5. William of Normandy was joined by an allied King from what nation?
(a) Sweden.
(b) Norway.
(c) The Netherlands.
(d) Luxembourg.

Short Answer Questions

1. Belisarius's legacy caused the Byzantines to adopt what military strategy for centuries?

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

3. During Caesar's wars, who was fighting for control of Egypt?

4. Why, according to the author, were Caesar's strategies insufficient?

5. Who was Caesar's main opponent throughout most of his campaigns?

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