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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. According to Aristotle, music can contribute to the development of what?

2. Aristotle says that when the people are close to equal, the education system needs to be designed so that the ruled can do what?

3. The lay of the land and the type of government have a direct influence on what military aspect of a city-state?

4. Aristotle posits that happiness rests on what, for its manifestation within the human life?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Aristotle, how can a tyrannical move still be right?

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

3. What is the purpose of a communal meal?

4. What is a representation issue where factions might occur?

5. What is one way that Aristotle describes of how strife between economic classes can lead to a change in government?

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

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

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

9. Why does Aristotle think that political factions emerge?

10. What kind of law does a good monarch adhere to?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why is Aristotle concerned about the danger of power being abused? What are his recommendations for preventing the abuse of power in various situations?

Essay Topic 2

According to Aristotle, what is tyranny? What are the three most prevalent forms of tyranny and how do they occur? What is their remedy? Support your answer using examples from Aristotle's text.

Essay Topic 3

What is a regime according to Aristotle? How does a regime function? What are the specific characteristics of a democratic regime?

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