THE ARMY ON THE MARCH

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Question 1

According to Sun Tzu's instructions for mountain warfare, what should an army do when encamping?

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Question 2

What does Sun Tzu advise a commander to do immediately after his army has crossed a river?

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Question 3

When an invading force is crossing a river, what is the best moment to attack them according to Sun Tzu?

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Question 4

What is the primary concern when crossing salt-marshes?

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Question 5

In dry, level country, where should an army ideally position itself?

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Question 6

How many 'useful branches of military knowledge' are mentioned that enabled the Yellow Emperor to vanquish four several sovereigns?

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Question 7

What should a commander do when a river they wish to ford is swollen and flecked with foam due to heavy rains up-country?

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Question 8

Which of the following terrain types, such as precipitous cliffs, confined places, and quagmires, should be left with all possible speed and not approached?

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Question 9

According to Sun Tzu, what does movement amongst the trees of a forest signify?

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Question 10

What is indicated by the appearance of a number of screens in the midst of thick grass?

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Question 11

The rising of birds in their flight is a sign of what?

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Question 12

What does dust rising in a high column signify, versus dust that is low but spread over a wide area?

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Question 13

What do humble words combined with increased preparations from the enemy signify?

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Question 14

What do violent language and the enemy driving forward as if to attack signify?

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Question 15

What do peace proposals that are not accompanied by a sworn covenant indicate?

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Question 16

What does it mean when soldiers are seen standing and leaning on their spears?

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Question 17

If those sent to draw water begin by drinking themselves, what does this reveal about their army?

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Question 18

If the enemy sees an advantage to be gained but makes no effort to secure it, what does this indicate?

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Question 19

What does clamor by night in the enemy camp betoken?

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Question 20

If there is a disturbance in the enemy camp and their banners and flags are shifted about, what does this indicate?

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Question 21

What is the significance of an enemy army feeding its horses with grain, killing its cattle for food, and not hanging up their cooking-pots?

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Question 22

What does the sight of men whispering together in small knots or speaking in subdued tones point to?

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Question 23

What do too frequent rewards signify about the enemy's condition?

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Question 24

What does it signify when an enemy begins with bluster but then takes fright at your numbers?

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Question 25

When the enemy's troops march up angrily and face your army for a long time without joining battle or leaving, what does the situation demand?

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Question 26

If your troops are no more in number than the enemy, what does Sun Tzu say this means for your strategy?

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Question 27

According to Sun Tzu, what is the fate of a general who exercises no forethought and makes light of his opponents?

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Question 28

What is the consequence if soldiers are punished before they have grown attached to their general?

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Question 29

According to Sun Tzu, what is the 'certain road to victory' in handling soldiers?

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Question 30

What is the outcome if a general shows confidence in his men but always insists on his orders being obeyed?

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Question 31

If you are forced to fight in a salt-marsh, what two things should you have near you, in addition to getting your back to a clump of trees?

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Question 32

According to the commentary on river warfare, why should one not move up-stream to meet the enemy?

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Question 33

Which of the following is NOT listed among the types of terrain that should be left with all possible speed in Chapter 10, section 15?

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Question 34

What does the text advise a commander to do when coming to a hill or a bank?

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Question 35

What general preference do all armies have regarding terrain, according to Sun Tzu?

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Question 36

If, in the neighborhood of your camp, there are hilly country, ponds with aquatic grass, or woods with thick undergrowth, what must be done?

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Question 37

When the enemy is close at hand and remains quiet, what are they relying on?

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Question 38

If the enemy keeps aloof and tries to provoke a battle, what is their likely motivation?

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Question 39

If the enemy's place of encampment is easy of access, what are they likely doing?

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Question 40

A few clouds of dust moving to and fro signify what activity?

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Question 41

When the light chariots come out first and take up a position on the wings, what is this a sign of?

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Question 42

When some of the enemy are seen advancing and some retreating, what is this a sign of?

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Question 43

What does it mean if birds gather on any spot in the enemy's area?

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Question 44

If the enemy's officers are angry, what does it mean for the men?

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Question 45

What is the consequence if punishments are not enforced after soldiers have become attached to their general?

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Question 46

How does Sun Tzu advise treating soldiers to ensure victory?

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Question 47

What is the condition of an army if it has received too many punishments?

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Question 48

In river warfare, where should you moor your craft in relation to the enemy?

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Question 49

If you see envoys sent with compliments in their mouths, what is it a sign of?

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Question 50

What does it mean if the enemy's banners and flags are frequently shifted about?

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