The Art of War

Sun TzuNonfiction | Book | Adult

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Introduction

Before Reading

Reading Context

During Reading

Reading Questions & Paired Texts

Answer Key

After Reading

Discussion/Analysis Prompt

Activity

Essay Questions

Exam Questions

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Multiple Choice

1. D (Various chapters)

2. D (Various chapters)

3. C (Various chapters)

4. A (Various chapters)

5. B (Various chapters)

6. C (Chapter 13)

7. A (Various chapters)

8. C (Various chapters)

9. B (Various chapters)

10. D (Various chapters)

11. C (Various chapters)

12. A (Various chapters)

13. B (Various chapters)

14. D (Various chapters)

15. A (Various chapters)

Long Answer

1. The general of the military force is responsible for the tactical planning and controlling of the army. A good general inspires troops, is adaptable, makes the troops insurmountable, and strikes the enemy at their weakest point. (Various chapters)

2. Seasons and weather play a key role in tactical planning. Terrain, whether rugged or smooth, can be used to maneuver military forces and used against enemy forces to tire them. (Various chapters)