Machiavelli

In what year did Machiavelli write The Prince?

• 1315

• 1513

• 1530

• 1615

What made politics so dangerous during the Renaissance in Italy?

• Many Italian politicians died violent deaths during this period.

• Duels were common between politicians.

• Jousting was a common sport of the ruling class.

• Italian rulers were often overthrown by their own people.

What city-state employed Machiavelli as an ambassador?

• Rome

• Genoa

• Venice

• Florence

What motivated Machiavelli to write The Prince?

• He wanted to gain favour with the new rulers in Florence and win back his job.

• He was hoping to gain fortune and fame from publishing it.

• He was asked to write it by the rulers of Florence.

• He was planning to take over the world, and his book was step 1.

In Machiavelli's opinion, which of these rulers was particularly effective?

• Giovanni de Medici of Italy

• Louis XIV of France

• Isabella of Castile

• Ferdinand of Spain

This philosopher believed it was better to be feared than loved

• Montesquieu

• Machiavelli

• Rousseau

What is the main theme of Machiavelli's book *The Prince*?

• A) The importance of love in leadership

• B) The use of power and manipulation in politics

• C) The role of religion in governance

• D) The significance of democracy

Which political concept is Machiavelli often associated with?

• A) Utopianism

• B) Realpolitik

• C) Anarchism

• D) Communism

What was Machiavelli's profession before he became a writer?

• A) Merchant

• B) Soldier

• C) Diplomat

• D) Artist

In which city was Machiavelli born?

• A) Rome

• B) Florence

• C) Venice

• D) Milan