Analyzing Ideas, Structure, and Purpose in Machiavelli’s The Prince
Question 8 of 20 • 23.0617055 ECSD GA-Literature and Composition II CR
How does Machiavelli work to achieve his primary purpose to convince readers that a prince must ruin a conquered republic or live there? Select two options.
Answer
A
He lists the types of territories a prince might conquer.
B
He describes the role of a ruling family in a principality.
C
He explains the roots of rebellion in conquered republics.
D
He identifies the characteristics of government in a republic.
E
He contrasts the characteristics of principalities and republics.