Question 4
In Paragraph 1, Machiavelli introduces his argument for the traits of an ideal leader, one who has the
fear of his people even without their love. What is the purpose of Paragraph 2 in relation to
Paragraph 1?
А
Paragraph 2 argues against the points made in Paragraph 1 concerning what a
leader should avoid doing in order to not incite hatred among his people.
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B
Paragraph 2 builds on the argument in Paragraph 1 and provides the reader with
a more specific pathway to effective leadership in terms of fear, love, and hate
Paragraph 1 introduces several points that he takes apart in Paragraph 2 by
stating the need to fear love's loss.
D
Paragraph 1 introduces the author's beliefs that he then dismisses with examples
of ineffective leaders in Paragraph 2.
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