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LESSON 2
PRACTICE EXERCISE

Note: The following exercises are study aids. Print this sheet and write your answer in the space provided below each question. When you have finished answering all the questions for this lesson, compare your answers with those given by following the link at the bottom of this page. Review the lesson as necessary.
1. The ideal outcome of defensive operations is to cause the enemy attack to fail and to create conditions favorable for ___________________ ____ _________________.
   
2. List three of the six purposes for defending. ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________
   
3. Which of the following answers is a disadvantage to the defender?

A. The ability to use and improve upon the terrain for protection and concealment.
B. A better knowledge of the terrain.
C. The ability to adjust preplanned fires in advance of the battle.
D. Choosing the time, place, and focus of the battle.
   
4. The four characteristics of the defense are ________________, __________, ___________, and __________.
   
5. Defensive operations can be divided into two broad categories, which are

A. mobile and area.
B. area and static.
C. static and linear.
D. linear and mobile.
   
6. The divisional defensive framework is divided into five elements. Three of the elements apply at all echelons; they are ______________, _____ ______ _____, and _______________ operations.
   
7. Battle handover occurs between the

A. covering force and the security force.
B. guard force and the covering force.
C. security force and the MBA force.
D. rear battle force and the reserve force.
   
8. In order to retain flexibility in the defense, the commander

A. commits units in a selected sequence.
B. spreads the screening force across the entire sector.
C. retains a reserve.
D. fights a mobile defense whenever possible.
   
9. The purpose of CS and CSS asset synchronization in the defense is primarily to

A. provide for the expeditious flow of support to maneuver units.
B. maximize combat power of the unit.
C. lay the foundation for counterattacking forces.
D. allow for the transition to the offense.
   
10. Light forces are best for

A. defending strongpoints or extremely rough terrain.
B. occupying battle positions which may ultimately require rapid movement over long distances.
C. defeating motorized or armored attackers.
D. engaging attackers at long ranges.
   
11. Normally, the best defense against an attack by a tank battalion would be provided by a

A. light infantry company.
B. ranger infantry company.
C. mechanized infantry company (APC).
D. mechanized infantry company (BFV).
   
12. Select the following statement which describes the true relationship.

A. Counterreconnaissance is a part of OPSEC.
B. OPSEC is part of physical security of the force.
C. Signal and information security are subordinate to physical security.
D. Active security precedes passive security.
   
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