Question

What advice would Machiavelli likely give to Don Quixote on his quest? Check all that apply. A continue to act virtuously on his quest, no matter what obstacles he faces.

B threaten Sancho Panza if he does not obey orders
C. trick others in order to achieve his goals
D.treat those he meets with courtesy and kindness in order to win their support

Answer 1

B.threaten Sancho Panza if he does not obey ordersC.trick others in order to achieve his goals

Answer 2

The correct answers are:

B. Threaten Sancho Panza if he does not obey orders

In his book "The Prince", Niccolo Machiavelli states that the use of threat as a tool of coercion is a very effective way to maintain and execute power. He asserts that is better to be feared by the people than to be loved by them in order to be powerful.

C. Trick others in order to achieve his goals

Machiavelli posits that a ruler should be honest always, but if the circumstances required him to lie and to cheat then he should do so, but always keeping a sincere appearance in front of the people.