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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Benjamin Franklin's brother James arrested?
(a) Because of defamation.
(b) Because of libel.
(c) Because of his political views.
(d) Because of contempt of court.

2. What was Benjamin Franklin's father's name?
(a) Benjamin.
(b) William.
(c) Jeremiah.
(d) Josiah.

3. What did Francis Franklin die of?
(a) Pneumonia.
(b) Tuberculosis.
(c) Chicken pox.
(d) Small pox.

4. How many prints were made of Benjamin Franklin's Dissertation?
(a) 300.
(b) 100.
(c) 400.
(d) 200.

5. What did Benjamin Franklin's concern over national identity foreshadow?
(a) His involvement with the Revolution.
(b) His involvement in the right to bear arms.
(c) His involvement in the postal system.
(d) His involvement with freedom of speech.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Benjamin Franklin's writing help create?

2. Which of Benjamin Franklin's ancestors migrated to America?

3. Where dd Benjamin Franklin set up his printing shop?

4. "Chapter Two" states Franklin's family name meant what in the Middle Ages?

5. What traveling preacher was Benjamin Franklin partial to?

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