Questions on Machiavelli

1. What argument about human nature does Machiavelli make to support his contention that it is better to be feared than loved? [chapt. 17]

2. Machiavelli emphasizes the importance of deception in good leadership [chap. 18]. What is his main reason for this?  In your own words, consider an argument for and against Machiavelli's position on deception.