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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aristotle advocates development of the spiritual character virtues within every individual as a means to what?
(a) Instill pride.
(b) Create a sense of virtue.
(c) Further the state.
(d) Educate the people.

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?
(a) Develop a sense of civic duty.
(b) Develop into rulers.
(c) Develop into military men.
(d) Develop their talents.

3. Aristotle says that trouble arises within a state when people who deserve _______ are denied them.
(a) Rights.
(b) Positions.
(c) Property.
(d) Honors.

4. Music is one of the arts which what kind of time is intended to produce?
(a) Play time.
(b) Leisure time.
(c) School time.
(d) Family time.

5. According to Aristotle, what will be greatest amongst those of superior intellect and character?
(a) Love.
(b) Success.
(c) Property.
(d) Prosperity.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aristotle says that a professional musician is like a what?

2. In oligarchies, what is the group that needs special protections?

3. Aristotle says that changing the economics of a state means that what has to change?

4. Aristotle says that the most important factor is that the _______ supports the style of government.

5. Aristotle says that a government will have problems when more of its people are interested in profit than in what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the difference between play and leisure?

2. Why does Aristotle think that political factions emerge?

3. What are the characteristics of a sound man according to Aristotle?

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

5. What does Aristotle mean when he says "taking turns at ruling?"

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

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

8. How does education support the government?

9. For Aristotle, what does it mean to live in the manner of one's choosing?

10. Why does Aristotle argue for the development of a spiritual character for each person?

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