Machiavelli: The Prince
Chapter XV
Page 71 What does Machiavelli say it is necessary for a Prince to do to "hold his own?" It is important for a prince to know how to do wrong and apply this knowledge or not depending on whether or not it is necessary.
Machiavelli makes a long list of what he calls "virtues" and "vices." According to Machiavelli which is more important for the Prince to have control of? Why? This answer may continue onto page 73.
It is more important for the Prince to have control over his vices because they can seem bad yet cause him to become successful if used correctly. Chapter XVI
74-75 Machiavelli discusses the differences between being mean or liberal. What is the trouble with being liberal according to Machiavelli? What is the benefit of being mean? If he is too liberal, he will only harm his reputation because the people will be troubled and few rewarded. If he’s mean, he can defend himself against all attacks, and is able to engage in enterprises without burdening his people.
Machiavelli discusses two takes on how a Prince should spend money. What two types of money does a Prince spend according to Machiavelli? Which is better? Why? A prince can spend either his own money or the money of others. It is better to spend that of others as it doesn’t take away from your reputation. It can help your army because the money pillaged supports the army to make more money. Chapter XVII
What does clemency mean? Clemency means forgiveness or mercy.
78 What does Machiavelli say will happen if a Prince is too merciful? If a prince is too merciful, people will take advantage and crime will break out.
According to Machiavelli, is it better for a Prince to be feared or loved?
He believes fear is better.
What does Machiavelli think about men in general? That is to say what does Machiavelli say about the character of all mankind? What does Machiavelli think about friendship then? They are ungrateful, fickle, false, cowardly, covetous, and as
Page 71 What does Machiavelli say it is necessary for a Prince to do to "hold his own?" It is important for a prince to know how to do wrong and apply this knowledge or not depending on whether or not it is necessary.
Machiavelli makes a long list of what he calls "virtues" and "vices." According to Machiavelli which is more important for the Prince to have control of? Why? This answer may continue onto page 73.
It is more important for the Prince to have control over his vices because they can seem bad yet cause him to become successful if used correctly. Chapter XVI
74-75 Machiavelli discusses the differences between being mean or liberal. What is the trouble with being liberal according to Machiavelli? What is the benefit of being mean? If he is too liberal, he will only harm his reputation because the people will be troubled and few rewarded. If he’s mean, he can defend himself against all attacks, and is able to engage in enterprises without burdening his people.
Machiavelli discusses two takes on how a Prince should spend money. What two types of money does a Prince spend according to Machiavelli? Which is better? Why? A prince can spend either his own money or the money of others. It is better to spend that of others as it doesn’t take away from your reputation. It can help your army because the money pillaged supports the army to make more money. Chapter XVII
What does clemency mean? Clemency means forgiveness or mercy.
78 What does Machiavelli say will happen if a Prince is too merciful? If a prince is too merciful, people will take advantage and crime will break out.
According to Machiavelli, is it better for a Prince to be feared or loved?
He believes fear is better.
What does Machiavelli think about men in general? That is to say what does Machiavelli say about the character of all mankind? What does Machiavelli think about friendship then? They are ungrateful, fickle, false, cowardly, covetous, and as