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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The benefits in one's life should be written in what?
(a) Marble.
(b) Sand.
(c) Water.
(d) Gold.

2. What type of tree might be weak but still has a good purpose?
(a) Spruce.
(b) Willow.
(c) Yew.
(d) Pine.

3. Which relative should you visit often, but not every day?
(a) Aunt.
(b) Father.
(c) Uncle.
(d) Brother.

4. What animal is mentioned in the story of the farmer, the judge, and an animal's death?
(a) Goat.
(b) Cow.
(c) Pig.
(d) Horse.

5. One is bound to learn from things that have caused _________.
(a) Hurt.
(b) Sorrow.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Headaches.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where should you look when a man speaks to you?

2. A person must be careful that he is in control of his life, that his life is not controlled by what?

3. There is an ancient tale about an object that is able to turn lead into what?

4. According to Franklin, what is the first vice?

5. Which relative should you visit often but not at night?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the prevailing thought about a person's background and shame?

2. What is Poor Richard's view on satisfying desires?

3. What is the consequence of not punishing those who have committed a wrong?

4. What are some of the things that can ruin a man's wealth?

5. What is one of the most important things that cannot be completely repaired after it is broken?

6. What is the story used about education versus common sense in regards to Tim?

7. What are some of the thirteen virtues listed by Franklin at the end of the book?

8. What are the things referenced in two sayings about altering one's character for the worse?

9. What will happen when one is faced with reason but chooses to ignore it?

10. Why does Franklin believe that "early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise?"

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