Unit 5 - Chapter 6: Morals, Modesty, and Manors

1. What was the chief goal of a prince, according to Machiavelli?

• a) To be loved by his people
• b) To be feared by his enemies
• c) To maintain his power and stay in power
• d) To bring peace and harmony to his kingdom

2. How did Machiavelli view the nature of people?

• a) People are inherently good and trustworthy
• b) People are inherently bad and untrustworthy
• c) People are a mix of good and bad qualities
• d) People are unpredictable and cannot be trusted

3. What did Machiavelli say about a prince's promises?

• a) A prince should always keep his promises, no matter what
• b) A prince should only keep his promises if it benefits him
• c) A prince should never make promises to his people
• d) A prince should keep his promises, but only if it's convenient for him

4. According to Castiglione, what qualities should a courtier possess?

• a) Athletic, sensitive, artistic, and well-educated
• b) Cunning, deceitful, and power-hungry
• c) Modest, reserved, and unassuming
• d) Humble, obedient, and loyal

5. What did Giovanni della Casa write about in his book "Il Galateo"?

• a) The customs and etiquette of polite behavior
• b) The strategies and tactics of warfare
• c) The history and culture of ancient Rome
• d) The principles of democracy and government