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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Aristotle, what will be greatest amongst those of superior intellect and character?

2. Aristotle says there should be a court set up, specifically, to deal with what?

3. When people are younger they should learn to play instruments. When they are older they should do what?

4. Aristotle posits that happiness rests on what, for its manifestation within the human life?

5. Aristotle says that a move can be unpopular and tyrannical yet still what, if it was done for the common good?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the purpose of a communal meal?

2. How does education support the government?

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

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

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

6. What is a representation issue where factions might occur?

7. What is one way that Aristotle describes of how strife between economic classes can lead to a change in government?

8. According to Aristotle, how should the curriculum for education of young children be chosen?

9. Why does Aristotle think that political factions emerge?

10. What is the sign of a healthy state for Aristotle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

According to Aristotle, what is the most important task of anyone in the role of "politician?" What are they supposed to do and how are they supposed to act? How is this linked to the purpose of the city-state? Support your answer with examples from Aristotle.

Essay Topic 2

According to Aristotle, what is tyranny? What are the three most prevalent forms of tyranny and how do they occur? What is their remedy? Support your answer using examples from Aristotle's text.

Essay Topic 3

Using Aristotle's examples, explain what he thinks a good ruler is and what system would be ideal for a good ruler, and why.

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