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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 say that new territories are harder to govern than hereditary ones?
(a) Men always think a new government will be worse than before.
(b) People think the new government will be more of the same.
(c) Old leaders must be kept alive and included in the new government.
(d) It is rarely the case that new rulers improve the lives of the conquered.

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

3. Citing Moses, Cyrus, Romulus, and Theseus, what distinction does Machiavelli make about Moses?
(a) Instead of ruling the Egyptians after defeating them, he left.
(b) There is no histroy of Moses outside of the Jewish holy writings.
(c) Moses never actually established himself as a leader.
(d) There was something in Moses, some ability that made him worthy to speak with God.

4. In the event that the prince cannot afford a large army, what should he do?
(a) Have a good plan to escape if attacked.
(b) Make sure his city is well fortified.
(c) Post lookouts in the countryside.
(d) Negotiate diplomatically with any potential enemies.

5. Why is a reputation for cruelty necessary for a prince?
(a) To maintain control of his army.
(b) To show his tough love.
(c) To keep people from asking too much.
(d) To defend himself from mercenaries.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Machiavelli see as the problem with barons?

2. What does Machiavelli suggest makes for peace in a dominion?

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

4. What does Machiavelli say will be an advantage to a prince who lost his dominion by force of arms?

5. How does Machiavelli classify auxiliary troops?

(see the answer key)

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