The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783 by Mahan - Quiz
- 1. Which country did Mahan argue benefitted most from sea power?
A) Great Britain
B) Spain
C) The Netherlands
D) France
- 2. In what year was 'The Influence of Sea Power Upon History' published?
A) 1870
B) 1890
C) 1880
D) 1900
- 3. Mahan’s theories influenced which aspect of naval policy?
A) Dismantling large fleets
B) Aerial warfare strategies
C) Naval expansion
D) Building ground troops
- 4. Mahan’s theories contributed to the arms race leading up to which conflict?
A) The Vietnam War
B) The Korean War
C) The French Revolutionary Wars
D) World War I
- 5. What type of vessels did Mahan prioritize in his discussions?
A) Cargo ships
B) Submarines
C) Corvettes
D) Battleships
- 6. Mahan believed that the primary purpose of a navy was to?
A) Conduct land operations
B) Protect trade routes
C) Support ground troops
D) Establish colonies
- 7. Mahan argued that history demonstrated the relationship between sea power and what?
A) Cultural decline
B) National greatness
C) Economic instability
D) Political isolationism
- 8. Mahan's influence extended to which of the following fields?
A) Agriculture
B) Military strategy
C) Psychology
D) Medicine
|