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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What in Machiavelli's opinion is the problem with a prince being too liberal with his subjects?
(a) Eventually his liberality will lead to burdensome taxation.
(b) People will not take him seriously when he has a problem.
(c) He will not have time to enjoy his own life.
(d) Everyone will always fear him because he might take away his liberality.

2. How does Machiavelli say a private citizen might make himself a prince?
(a) By hiring his own mercenaries.
(b) By becoming proficient in war and rising in rank.
(c) By becoming a puppet of an enemy military.
(d) By avoiding war and promoting peace.

3. How does Machiavelli describe the temper (mindset) of the public?
(a) Careless.
(b) Fickle.
(c) Easily maintained.
(d) Ignorant.

4. Who can successfully gain the reputation for generosity but not ruin himself in the process?
(a) A prince who only gives when he can expect a generous return.
(b) A prince who gives away someone else's money.
(c) A prince who has unlimited resources.
(d) A prince who goes to war to create jobs for his subjects.

5. What characteristic of a leader can change fortune according to Machiavelli?
(a) A person's innate ability.
(b) The will of the people.
(c) The intervention of God.
(d) Being at the right place and in the right time.

Short Answer Questions

1. What message does a prince give his subjects if he builds a fortress for himself?

2. What does Machiavelli say a new prince must do quickly after gaining a new dominion?

3. How does Machiavelli classify auxiliary troops?

4. What historical example does Machiavelli give to show how a military should be organized?

5. What does Machiavelli suggest may make a hereditary ruler unpopular with his people?

(see the answer key)

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