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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Aristocracies.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aristotle says that regulation of property by the state requires regulation of what?
(a) Population.
(b) Jobs and occupations.
(c) Wealth.
(d) Resources.

2. How old do people have to be to be on the Board of Elders?
(a) Over 65.
(b) Over 75.
(c) Over 70.
(d) Over 60.

3. This type of constitution is not limited by actual conditions and is not required to function in practice.
(a) Ideal.
(b) Descriptive.
(c) Unique.
(d) Promissory.

4. Aristotle says that trying to accumulate more than what is needed is what?
(a) Against humanity.
(b) Unnatural.
(c) Discouraged.
(d) Irresponsible.

5. Aristotle believes that it is possible for a good state to be governed by a monarch that is what?
(a) Just.
(b) Educated.
(c) Well-liked.
(d) Confident.

Short Answer Questions

1. The father-son relationship is intended to epitomize what relationship?

2. Aristotle believes that ensuring the division and inheritance of estates is a way to control wealth and what?

3. What is the term Aristotle gives for a government that has a sovereign rule of one?

4. Aristotle says that the most important factor is that the _______ supports the style of government.

5. What is the basic unit of society for Aristotle?

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