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

2. The next best way to rule a new territory, according to Machiavelli, is to establish a colony. Why?
(a) The only people really annoyed will be those who have lost their land.
(b) The people who have been harmed can take revenge easily.
(c) The conquered people get lots of land and plenty to eat.
(d) The people can now take justice into their own hands.

3. How does Machiavelli say that the successors of Alexander the Great were able to retain power after his untimely death?
(a) Under his system, governance was easily transferred to his appointed ministers.
(b) They did not let the people know that Alexander had died.
(c) The people did not care who ruled them.
(d) The people were so happy to be rid of Darius that they accepted anyone else.

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

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