Unit 5: Chapter 6 "Morals, Modesty, and Manners"

Front

What is Machiavelli's view on keeping one's word as a leader?

Back

A wise leader cannot and should not keep his word when it is not to his advantage.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What happens to someone who acts as a good man among many who are not good?

Back

They must come to ruin.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Who agreed to Cesare's request before he conquered Urbino?

Back

The Duke.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

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

Back

The art of politics.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What does the first chapter of 'The Prince' discuss?

Back

Types of principalities.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

Define 'principality' in the context of Machiavelli's work.

Back

A principality is a state ruled by a prince.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What is the significance of 'The Prince' in political theory?

Back

It is a foundational text that discusses power dynamics and leadership.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What does Machiavelli suggest about morality in politics?

Back

He suggests that the ends justify the means, and sometimes immoral actions are necessary for political success.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What is the difference between a principality and a republic?

Back

A principality is ruled by a single leader (prince), while a republic is governed by elected representatives.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the role of fortune in Machiavelli's political philosophy?

Back

Fortune represents luck or chance, which can influence a leader's success.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6