Read the passage from chapter 17 of The prince. What is the impact of repeating the word feared in the passage? O It suggests a fearful tone in the passage. It ensures readers understand its significance in the passage, o it softens the tone of the passage. O It suggests the personal fear that Machiavelli feels.

It ensures readers ensure its significance in the passage.

Explanation:

The passage begins with the author saying that one has to choose between being loved and being feared. Upon choosing fear, the author wants to make sure that his choice is very clear and that there are no misunderstandings. All the effects described in the rest of the passage are derivatives of fear, meaning that fear is essential to the passage. Thus, the author seeks to emphasize the word as much as possible.

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