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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What metaphor does Machiavelli use to explain his ideas about Fortune?
(a) We cannot stop a river from overflowing, but we can make provisions against the disaster.
(b) Fortune as a mistress who always gets the upper hand on man.
(c) We cannot control the wind and are blown about by it.
(d) The animals know when to seek higher ground even before a flood happens.

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

4. What does say the sole prince can do that the prince with barons cannot?
(a) Move the subjects from place to place.
(b) Travel any time he wants.
(c) Change his residence whenever he likes.
(d) Shift the rulers of territories at his discretion.

5. What example does Machiavelli give of a ruler in whom his people have no confidence?
(a) King Ferdinand of Spain.
(b) King Louis of France.
(c) Emperor Maximillian.
(d) Pope Alexander VI.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the Romans maintain control in Capua, Carthage, and Numantia?

2. What ancient example does Machiavelli use to illustrate the rise to power through criminal actions?

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

4. What does Machiavelli suggest is the best fortress for a prince?

5. What is the advantage of taking sides when both warring factions are weaker than the prince?

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