This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three, The Example of Rome's Great Men, Salus Populi, Suprema Lex, Further Reflections Based on the Samnite Wars, The Preservation of Freedom in a Republic.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Machiavelli predict will come to Republics that do not provide for dictatorships or powerful authorities in times of urgent perils?
(a) A Republican government will always move in the benefit of everyone dependent on them.
(b) They will always be ruined in grave incidents.
(c) The trust leaders show in the people will inspire them to overcome the peril.
(d) The gathering of officials will paralyze the Republic in debate.

2. What does Machiavelli claim will make a City great?
(a) Many administrators.
(b) Many soldiers.
(c) Many inhabitants.
(d) Many industries.

3. What does Machiavelli consider to be a great sign of weakness in Republic?
(a) When it relies on war to gain new territory.
(b) When it uses diplomatic skill to cajole the support of other Republics.
(c) When it continually keeps armies out of fear of other Republics.
(d) When it provides money to other cities that are weaker than it.

4. What phrase could summarize what Livius' details as qualifications for an effective Captain.
(a) He leads by deeds and not words.
(b) His men hate his personality but love his tactics.
(c) He earns animosity in training but trust in battle.
(d) His wisdom is established by his deceptions.

5. What is another method that Machiavelli reports leaders use to offend their citizens?
(a) Persisting in acts that are considered offensive to citizens.
(b) Persisting in harsh punishments for misdemeanors.
(c) Refusing to provide wealth to the general masses.
(d) Refusing to provide sufficient education for the youth.