How does text structure help machiaVelli convey central idea

Machiavelli uses a compare-and-contrast structure to contrast a city that rebels with one that does not, thus supporting his central idea that a prince must destroy a city that is accustomed to freedom

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Knights vs samurai Here are the differences between knights and samurai similarities -They both had swords -Both had a code of chivalry -Fought with honor of their country -Both wore armour -They both rode horses in battle - differences -The swords were different. eg. Katana -Knights had metal armour covering every inch of their body -Samurai carried two swords, a katana and a shorter blade(used for seppuku) -Samurai commited seppuku if their daimyo died or if they lost a battle. They did this to die in honor -Samurai wore more leather than steel -Weapons were different -Samurai looked more scary -Samurais had muskets. This wasn't untill the late medieval times. -Different religions. ie. Zen Buddhism for Japan and Christian/Catholic for Europe