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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the custom of Machiavelli's day in approaching a prince?
(a) Bringing a gift.
(b) Coming in on hands and knees.
(c) Writing a petition of audience.
(d) Catching the prince outside his palace.

2. Why is Niccolo Machiavelli suddenly out of a job?
(a) He insulted Prince Lorenzo de Medici.
(b) He has had a long illness.
(c) He has been working for the government overthrown by the Medici.
(d) He has taken too much time off.

3. Who does Machiavelli put forward as an example of a King who made all the mistakes in ruling a new territory?
(a) Archduke Ferdinand of Austria.
(b) Charles I of Spain.
(c) Louis XII of France.
(d) Duke Lodovico.

4. What does Machiavelli see as the problem with barons?
(a) The people tend to give more aligeance to the barrons than to the prince.
(b) Barons are known for being cruel and causing trouble.
(c) The people do not understand the difference between a prince and a baron.
(d) Barons can do only what the prince orders.

5. What is the advantage of the sole prince as ruler?
(a) No one is confused about who the ruler is.
(b) The people vest in him more complete authority.
(c) In case of revolt, there is only one person to assassinate.
(d) There is only one person of higher rank than the prince.

Short Answer Questions

1. In acquiring a new dominion, if the prince does not use the force of his own arms, what alternative does Machiavelli suggest?

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

3. What is Machiavelli offering the Prince Lorenzo de Medici?

4. What does Machiavelli say his desire is for Prince Lorenzo?

5. What does Machiavelli suggest makes for peace in a dominion?

(see the answer key)

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