Which is a key theme of Machiavelli’s The Prince? Kingships should always pass from father to eldest son.
Rulers should do whatever is necessary to secure and unite their states. Democracy is the highest form of government.
Nations should be ruled by philosopher-kings who are just and fair.

Question 16 of 27 1 point which statement best describes the mid-atlantic colonies of pennsylvania and new york? o a. policies of religious freedom attracted a diverse range of settlers. o b. they developed an economy based around slave labor. o c. nearly all of their settlers came from the same religious background. o d. conditions in these colonies were not well suited for small farmers