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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. In acquiring a new dominion, if the prince does not use the force of his own arms, what alternative does Machiavelli suggest?
(a) Political intrigue.
(b) The arms of others.
(c) Free elections.
(d) Appeals to the Pope of Rome.

4. What does say the sole prince can do that the prince with barons cannot?
(a) Move the subjects from place to place.
(b) Change his residence whenever he likes.
(c) Travel any time he wants.
(d) Shift the rulers of territories at his discretion.

5. What is it that Machiavelli prizes most of his possessions?
(a) Horses and armor.
(b) Fine fabrics.
(c) Gold and precious gems.
(d) His knowledge of the actions of great men.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Machiavelli see as an inevitable result of changes in government?

3. What does Machiavelli suggest is the best solution for governing a new territory?

4. What are the two types of government identified by Machiavelli?

5. What can deprive a prince of his princedom?

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