The Italian States in the Renaissance (17)
Which two states vied to control Italy during the Italian wars of the 15th century?
French and Spanish
What role dies mortality play in Machiavelli's The Prince?
It's not important
Who were condotierri?
Leader of a mercenary band
Who dominated the independent city-states of 15th century Italy?
Powerful families
Who controlled Florence?
Cosimo de' Medici
Who was Federigo da Montafeltro of Urbino?
Ruled Urbino and received a classical education. He made Urbino a well-known cultural and intellectual center
Why is Machiavelli a realist?
He believed on whats right in front of you and being open
Who was the most famous of women to rule Italy?
Isabella d'Este
According to Machiavelli, what must a successful ruler do?
Let go of of his conscience and behave on the opposite of Christian morals
Who dominated Italy by the 15th century?
The duchy of Milan, Venice, Florence, the Papal States, and the Kingdom of Naples
