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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much of man's fate does Machiavelli ascribe to God and Fortune?

2. What in Machiavelli's opinion is the problem with a prince being too liberal with his subjects?

3. What does the prince gain from rewarding his ministers well for jobs well done?

4. What does Machiavelli suggest is wrong with concepts of an ideal princedom or republic.

5. Which statement is true according to Machiavelli?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Machiavelli say that war is the only art expected of a prince?

2. How does Machiavelli suggest a prince can be cruel and still be respected?

3. What kind of reading does Machiavelli advise for the prince? Why?

4. Give examples of leaders who recognized the need for their own loyal troops.

5. How does Machiavelli evaluate the three types of mind he says princes may have?

6. What is Machiavelli's advice regarding unasked for counsel?

7. How can a prince gain a reputation for great accomplishments and generosity without bringing about his own ruin?

8. What warnings does Machiavelli give regarding the generosity of a prince.

9. Why does Machiavelli caution against disarming the people of a conquered principality?

10. Explain Machiavelli's famous statement that is is better to be feared than loved.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on the subject of politicians trying to please everyone to stay in power.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay on how education or the lack of it played a part in the politics of Machiavelli's time.

Essay Topic 3

Using the example of Cesare Borgia, write an essay entitled ABSOLUTE POWER CORRUPTS ABSOLUTELY.

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