Who was Niccolò Machiavelli? What did Machiavelli believe is the most important trait for a ruler? What was his role in the politics of Renaissance Italy?
What will be an ideal response?
The ideal answer should include:
1. Background information on Machiavelli
2. Power struggles over Italy as context for his writing of The Prince
3. Ideals of bold decisive action in leaders
4. Machiavelli's dedication to a more unified Italy
5. Machiavelli's hope that the Medici family could produce effective leaders
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What was the source of the wealth of the Swahili sultanates located in eastern Africa?
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What was Napoleon's objective in capturing Egypt from the Ottoman Empire?
A. He hoped to drive the British fleet from the Mediterranean. B. He hoped to make a foothold of Christianity in Egypt. C. He hoped to establish a port for France in Africa. D. He hoped to capture treasures from wealthy Egyptian rulers.
Slavery was initially banned in this colony founded by British philanthropists in 1733:
A) Maryland. B) Georgia. C) Florida. D) Texas.