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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Machiavelli says some new princes may gain their new states either in exchange for money or as a favor. What other means does he point out for gaining a state?
(a) Bribing the military.
(b) Making themselves popular with the people.
(c) Promising to lower taxes.
(d) Holding many public meetings.

2. What example does Machiavelli give of a conquered territory rebelling against 100 years of servitude?
(a) Persia throwing off the rule of Alexander the Great.
(b) Carthage getting its independence from Rome.
(c) Egypt going to war with Sparta.
(d) Pisa arising against the Florentines.

3. Why does Machiavelli say a hereditary prince is usually more loved by his subjects?
(a) He allows the people to do exactly as they please.
(b) His face is on their coins.
(c) He has less of a chance of giving offense.
(d) He goes to school with the children of the princedom.

4. What does Machiavelli suggest makes for peace in a dominion?
(a) A brilliant and vocal Prince.
(b) Each day being the same as the day before.
(c) A Prince who knows how to keep the people in line by force.
(d) A Prince who knows how to hide his bad habits.

5. How does Machiavelli say that the great military leaders of history were so successful?
(a) By imitating the great men before them.
(b) By finding new ways to avoid war.
(c) By relying on hired soldiers from other countries.
(d) By studying the arts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What themes does Machiavelli introduce in Chapter One?

2. What is the best type of mind Machiavelli says is needed for a strong prince?

3. What powerful force does Machiavelli say can efface innovations in government?

4. After Alexander VI, how did the Pope continue to strengthen the Church's position?

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

(see the answer key)

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