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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aristotle says the Lacedaemonians have a Council of Elders and another council with this name.
(a) Emortarate.
(b) Esherate.
(c) Electorate.
(d) Ephorate.

2. Aristotle says that the longest lasting and most effective kings are those whose authority is what?
(a) Categorically tightly restricted.
(b) Categorically denied.
(c) Categorically boundless.
(d) Categorically given.

3. Aristotle says that the most important factor is that the _______ supports the style of government.
(a) People.
(b) Resources.
(c) Citizens.
(d) Culture.

4. Aristotle thinks that the constitution of the Lacedaemonians is what?
(a) Mediocre.
(b) Well thought out.
(c) Popular.
(d) Balanced.

5. Aristotle says that trouble arises within a state when people who deserve _______ are denied them.
(a) Honors.
(b) Rights.
(c) Positions.
(d) Property.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aristotle says that the identity of the state is connected to what?

2. Aristotle says that the life of a philosopher will likely be what type of life?

3. Aristotle says that a move can be unpopular and tyrannical yet still what, if it was done for the common good?

4. Aristotle urges that kingship be granted on virtues of birth and what?

5. Aristotle believes that a good monarch is not above what?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do oligarchs tend to come from the wealthy?

2. What does Aristotle mean when he says "taking turns at ruling?"

3. What is a primary aspect of a tyrant's rule and how do they work to preserve their rule?

4. What is a statement that describes the belief about equality in an oligarchy?

5. What is the sign of a healthy state for Aristotle?

6. How are kings and tyrants similar?

7. How does Aristotle define melodies?

8. What is the purpose of a communal meal?

9. Why does Aristotle think that political factions emerge?

10. Why does Aristotle think that musical education is essential to the development of a citizen?

(see the answer keys)

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