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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What type of principality does Machiavelli claim may be kept without talent or fortune?
(a) Ecclesiastical.
(b) Hereditary.
(c) Monastic.
(d) Absolute monarchy.

3. What combination of circumstances does Machiavelli identify in men like Cyrus, Romulus, and Theseus?
(a) Strength and fortitude.
(b) Time and location.
(c) Pride and ability.
(d) Opportunity and merit.

4. What example does Machiavelli cite as a wholly new princedom?
(a) Venice under the Doge.
(b) The Kingdom of Spain.
(c) Milan under Francesco Sforza.
(d) The new Kingdom of Naples.

5. What does Machiavelli say about skilled mercenary captains?
(a) They will only take orders from the prince.
(b) They are too expensive.
(c) They cannot be trusted.
(d) They are hard to find.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the advantage of the sole prince as ruler?

2. What is the advantage of being miserly?

3. What does Machiavelli suggest is the surest way to govern a conquered territory?

4. How can a prince deal with the people when they see their lands burning outside the city walls?

5. What one thing does Machiavelli insist that every prince needs?

(see the answer key)

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