This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One, The Development of Rome's Constitution, Sundry Reflections on the Kings of Rome, The Introduction of New Forms of Government, Ingratitude.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the branch of government that Machiavelli recognizes as that which most prevents or causes corruption to come over a city?
(a) The princes.
(b) The plebeian branch.
(c) The judicial (magistrates) branch.
(d) The legislative branch.

2. What does Machiavelli claim causes ingratitude from a conquered citizenry?
(a) Taking conquered citizens into slavery.
(b) Taking the property of conquered citizens.
(c) When the conquerors remove freedoms that the citizens knew before being conquered.
(d) Treating conquered citizens harshly.

3. What are the two important items that Machiavelli considers to be unwise for a Prince to put entirely into peril?
(a) His reputation and family.
(b) His city and his chief advisers.
(c) His fortune and forces.
(d) His fortune and his reputation.

4. Why does Machiavelli suggest that those who have received great rewards should not be spared punishments for acting badly?
(a) Because doing so keeps the most famous citizens obedient to the Prince.
(b) Because doing so helps to find the most ardent supporters of the Prince.
(c) Because doing so helps the Republic remain free for a long time.
(d) Because doing so gives the Prince the opportunity to prove his harshness.

5. What did Machiavelli suggest is the advantage of settling in areas that were "sterile" (barren)?
(a) Residents of sterile areas become more creative and develop technologies that can be sold to more fertile areas.
(b) The isolation from more fertile areas allow for greater freedom.
(c) The poverty of resources would require those living there to have less cause for discord.
(d) Barren areas stand at crossroads between fertile areas so they can control trade between prosperous cities.