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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In acquiring a new dominion, if the prince does not use the force of his own arms, what alternative does Machiavelli suggest?
(a) The arms of others.
(b) Free elections.
(c) Political intrigue.
(d) Appeals to the Pope of Rome.

2. In his discussion of the qualities of a good leader, how does Machiavelli depart from the accepted rules?
(a) He does not accept the idea that a prince must be good in all matters.
(b) He thinks that if the prince is always good, the people will imitate him.
(c) He accepts the Christian ideals of his time.
(d) He says a prince must always do the will of the people.

3. What is the advantage of the sole prince as ruler?
(a) The people vest in him more complete authority.
(b) In case of revolt, there is only one person to assassinate.
(c) There is only one person of higher rank than the prince.
(d) No one is confused about who the ruler is.

4. What happened when Rome tried to use the same methods the Spartans had used with Greece?
(a) They found it easy to get Greeks to adopt Roman ways.
(b) They succeeded by adding Roman universities to the Greek educational system.
(c) They failed and had to go back and destroy many cities.
(d) They succeeded by expanding on the Spartan idea.

5. What is the custom of Machiavelli's day in approaching a prince?
(a) Catching the prince outside his palace.
(b) Writing a petition of audience.
(c) Coming in on hands and knees.
(d) Bringing a gift.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Machiavelli say that the successors of Alexander the Great were able to retain power after his untimely death?

3. The cities of what country are given as good examples of fortification?

4. What, according to Machiavelli, is better than actually having all the good qualities of leadership?

5. What is the advantage of being miserly?

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