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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Machiavelli say is the problem with remaining neutral between two warring sides?
(a) It loses former allies.
(b) It gives the appearance of self-importance.
(c) It is impossible to do.
(d) It cuts off all diplomatic relations.

2. Machiavelli says that tensions between the nobles and commoners may result in a principality, a republic, or what other condition?
(a) Indifference.
(b) Anarchy.
(c) Democracy.
(d) Heavy taxation.

3. What reasons does Machiavelli put forward to get Prince Lorenzo to read his book?
(a) Experience and the absence of flattery.
(b) Experience and his ability as a writer.
(c) Experience and his low-born status.
(d) Experience and his personal need.

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 goes to war to create jobs for his subjects.
(c) A prince who has unlimited resources.
(d) A prince who gives away someone else's money.

5. What Biblical example does Machiavelli use to show that someone else's arms are useless?
(a) Egypt and Syria.
(b) Caleb and Joshua.
(c) David and Goliath.
(d) Samson and Delilah.

Short Answer Questions

1. A prince who has acquired a new dominion added to his own should disarm the conquered people. Why?

2. How does Machiavelli define a new princedom or dominion?

3. Who does Machiavelli say should always be in charge of the troops in a princedom?

4. How do the Medici come to power?

5. What is more effective than honesty in a prince?

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