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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was responsible for weakening the power of Colonna and Orsini, the barons of Rome?
(a) Charles VIII of France.
(b) Remiro d'Orco.
(c) Cesare Borgia.
(d) King Louis VII.

2. Why does Machiavelli not use Agathocles as an example of meritorious rise to power?
(a) Beause he did not plan what to do after he became prince.
(b) Because he was not successful in gaining control of Sicily.
(c) Because he came from humble beginnings.
(d) Because his cruelty continued after he came to power.

3. What example does Machiavelli give of a prince who regained power after the opposition of the Venetians and Pope Julius?
(a) The Duke of Milan.
(b) The Duke of Ferrara.
(c) The Duke of Genoa.
(d) The Duke of Earle.

4. What does Machiavelli say will be an advantage to a prince who lost his dominion by force of arms?
(a) The money he was able to stash away before being invaded.
(b) A mishap on the part of the new government.
(c) The sympathy of the surrounding dominions.
(d) The tendency of new governments to rely heavily on hereditary princes.

5. What role does morality play in keeping a dominion safe according to Machiavelli?
(a) It is only necessary for hereditary Princedoms.
(b) Everything. The Prince must be ruled by God.
(c) None whatsoever.
(d) Only a little. People barely notice such things.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Machiavelli say a prince should be thinking most about military strategy?

2. What type of principality does Machiavelli claim may be kept without talent or fortune?

3. What ancient example does Machiavelli use to illustrate the rise to power through criminal actions?

4. Why does Machiavelli say a hereditary prince is usually more loved by his subjects?

5. Why is setting up a system of government using conquered citizens effective?

(see the answer key)

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