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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Machiavelli define a new princedom or dominion?
(a) One that is an entirely new settlement.
(b) One that kills all the citizens of the old regime.
(c) One that does not come from a long line of ruling ancestors.
(d) One that comes from political intrigue.

2. 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.

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

4. 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) Promising to lower taxes.
(c) Holding many public meetings.
(d) Making themselves popular with the people.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In THE PRINCE, why does Machiavelli deal only with dominions and not republics?

2. What example does Machiavelli give of a prince who had the support of his people and was able to withstand invasion?

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

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

5. What factor does Machiavelli suggest makes it easier to rule a new territory?

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