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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Machiavelli cite as an example of generosity that ended badly?
(a) Moses.
(b) Julius Caesar.
(c) Marc Anthony.
(d) Alexander the Great.

2. Those who were viewed with suspicion at the beginning of a princedom usually become the most loyal subjects. Why?
(a) They never did anything to cause distrust in the first place.
(b) The prince will use them for unpopular tasks.
(c) They work hard to gain the approval of the prince.
(d) The prince was a poor judge of character in the beginning.

3. Why does Machiavelli say that the sultans of Turkey and Egypt had to listen more to the military than to the people?
(a) The people did not understand the threats of invasion.
(b) Their countries were controlled by the military.
(c) The best people were in their militaries.
(d) All the men were drafted into the military.

4. What does Machiavelli suggest is the best fortress for a prince?
(a) Military barracks surrounding his palace.
(b) Favorable public opinion.
(c) A palace surrounded by a wide moat.
(d) A palace in the center of the city.

5. Aside from granting favors to his subjects during a siege, what does Machiavelli suggest a wise prince might do?
(a) Make promises he knows he could never keep.
(b) Bribe his nobles to help him.
(c) Get his subjects to do favors for him.
(d) Have parties within the walls as though nothing is wrong outside.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Machiavelli tell the prince is more important than morality in government?

2. Which statement is true according to Machiavelli?

3. What type of principality does Machiavelli claim may be kept without talent or fortune?

4. What can deprive a prince of his princedom?

5. Why does Machiavelli not use Agathocles as an example of meritorious rise to power?

(see the answer key)

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