1. Why did Machiavelli write The Prince?
2. Name three recuurring themes in The Prince?
3. Describe the role of armies according to Machiavelli?
4. Why does Machiavelli say that it is better for a prince "to be both loved and feared?" Is it possible for a prince to be both? Explain.
5. In Chapter 20, what three bits of advice does Machiavelligive the prince?
6. According to Machiavelli in Chapter 21, what must a prince do to be esteemed?
7. List and describe ten characteristics of a Machiavelli ruler.
8. As you perceive it, describe what a state might be like under a Machiavellian ruler.
2006-06-26 03:23:20 · 5 answers · asked by "The Precious" 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
Ok, I just took a course in Political Theory and Machiavelli was the first guy that we read about. We actually read an exerpt of "The Prince", but I think I remember enough to answer some of your questions.
1. This may sound really stupid, but we learned that the main reason that Machiavelli wrote "The Prince" was because he wanted a job as an advisor to a Prince. This book is sort of a self-help guide for princes LOL. He thought if he showed the world that he knew how to be a prince, maybe he could get a job as an advisory.
2. I suggest looking at Spark Notes for this one. The site is www.sparknotes.com if you don't know already.
3. We really didn't touch up on this area....but refer to Spark Notes. It should have something about this.
Sorry, but for the rest of the questions, refer to Spark Notes. I honestly don't remember or haven't studied the rest of these questions. Good luck with everything!!! I also suggest reading the book if you want to know it!!!
2006-06-30 04:34:20 · answer #1 · answered by starsnrocketgirl37 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a take-home final exam for which didn't prepare by reading the very short book. Below are links you can use.
2006-06-26 10:32:47 · answer #2 · answered by Pandak 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this sounds like homework. i think you need to read the book. its an important book to read, just about every leader has read it. don't you wish to be a leader too?
2006-06-26 10:28:02 · answer #3 · answered by worldstiti 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
do your own homework
2006-06-26 10:28:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
try cliffnotes.com
2006-06-26 10:27:38 · answer #5 · answered by Lorrie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋