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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Machiavelli not use Agathocles as an example of meritorious rise to power?
(a) Because he came from humble beginnings.
(b) Because he was not successful in gaining control of Sicily.
(c) Because his cruelty continued after he came to power.
(d) Beause he did not plan what to do after he became prince.

2. How does Machiavelli describe the temper (mindset) of the public?
(a) Ignorant.
(b) Fickle.
(c) Easily maintained.
(d) Careless.

3. What is the custom of Machiavelli's day in approaching a prince?
(a) Coming in on hands and knees.
(b) Writing a petition of audience.
(c) Catching the prince outside his palace.
(d) Bringing a gift.

4. What example does Machiavelli give of a prince who had the support of his people and was able to withstand invasion?
(a) Cesar Borgia of Romagna.
(b) Nabis, Prince of Sparta.
(c) Gracci of Rome.
(d) Giorgio Scalli of Florence.

5. What Biblical example does Machiavelli use to show that someone else's arms are useless?
(a) Samson and Delilah.
(b) Egypt and Syria.
(c) David and Goliath.
(d) Caleb and Joshua.

Short Answer Questions

1. In THE PRINCE, why does Machiavelli deal only with dominions and not republics?

2. What was Cesare Borgia's greatest mistake according to Machiavelli?

3. Who was responsible for weakening the power of Colonna and Orsini, the barons of Rome?

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

5. Who does Machiavelli put forward as an example of a King who made all the mistakes in ruling a new territory?

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