Analyzing Ideas, Structure, and Purpose in Machiavelli’s The Prince

Question 1

Which statement best summarizes the central idea of this excerpt?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Hereditary principalities are easier for princes to keep and control.

Question 2

Which causes in the text explain the central idea that acquiring a principality can be difficult? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Those who did well under the previous leader become enemies.; The introduction of new rules and methods is hard for people to take.; Those who may do well under the new prince are weak defenders.; It is dangerous to take the lead in the introduction of a new order.

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