according to machiavelli, which types of cities are the easiest to control after they have been annexed by another power? A.) ci
ties that have been established as tributaries. B.) cities that were previously governed as Republics. C.) cities that were previously under the rule of a prince. D.) cities that have established oligarchies
"cities or provinces that are accustomed to being ruled by a prince are easy to take over once the ruling family has been destroyed. People in such states are accustomed to obedience and do not know how to live in freedom without having someone to rule over them. Therefore, the new prince can win the province and hold onto it more easily."
The correct answer is the last one, the cyclops is compared to a mast because of his size. The comparison means that even laid down the cyclops standed out among his sheep, like a mast does at sea. As for the first two options, the cyclops is not compared to Zeus in any moment.