This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three, The Example of Rome's Great Men, Internal Security, Equanimity, Insurrection, Confidence, Electioneering, and the Tendering of Advice, Advice to Generals in the Field.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the two ways that Republics are altered that Machiavelli examines?
(a) With bloodshed and without bloodshed.
(b) With war and money.
(c) With natural disaster and new religions.
(d) With free press and elections.

2. What was a rival Empire to Rome as Rome began its expansion?
(a) The Babylonians.
(b) The Carthaginians.
(c) The Spartans.
(d) The Egyptians.

3. What is Machiavelli's conclusion regarding how someone can establish a Republic where there is great equality?
(a) By finding methods to maintain poverty throughout the general masses.
(b) By assuring that the assets that create wealth are kept within the power of the State.
(c) By removing ambitious and unquiet spirits that makes men want to move up in rank.
(d) By uniting the whole public behind wars and efforts to grow the Empire.

4. Who does Machiavelli consider to have an advantage in battle?
(a) The Artillery.
(b) The largest army.
(c) The attacker.
(d) The Cavalry.

5. Through what means does Machiavelli suggest that a City can achieve what he considers greatness?
(a) Through conquest and deceit.
(b) Through fear and violence.
(c) Through love or force.
(d) Through laws and wealth.