Read the sentence from the text. Leaving on one side then those things which concern only an imaginary prince, and
speaking of those that are real, I state that all men, when spoken of, and especially
princes, who are placed at a greater height, are noted for some of those qualities which
bring them either praise or blame.

Which best describes the writing structure the author uses to develop the claim he
makes in this sentence?
He uses contrasting examples.
He provides examples in order of
importance.
He explains a cause-and-effect chain
reaction.
He asks the reader to consider a
hypothetical situation.