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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. Aristotle says that kings and tyrants are what?

2. Aristotle says that the longest lasting and most effective kings are those whose authority is what?

3. Aristotle says that trouble arises within a state when people who deserve _______ are denied them.

4. Aristotle defines the second sign of social and political liberty as what?

5. A system of what, according to Aristotle, is intended to help society reflect the government?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Aristotle think that political factions emerge?

2. What are the virtues related to the top positions in an oligarchy according to Aristotle?

3. What questions does Aristotle want answered about the courts in each state?

4. How does Aristotle define melodies?

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

6. What are the characteristics of a sound man according to Aristotle?

7. How are kings and tyrants similar?

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

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

10. What does Aristotle believe the relationship between virtue and prosperity is?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is fractionalization? How does it occur and how can it be prevented? Use Aristotle's ideas to explain your answer.

Essay Topic 2

According to Aristotle, what is a philosopher and what is their role in a city-state?

Essay Topic 3

Using the text to support your reasoning, explain what Aristotle thinks is the primary unit of society and what importance that unit has.

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