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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the name of the daughter of Benjamin Franklin's landlady while he was in London?
(a) Polly.
(b) Sally.
(c) Dolly.
(d) Molly.

2. What did Benjamin Franklin recreate in London?
(a) The Junto atmosphere.
(b) The Assembly.
(c) A free press.
(d) The English Declaration.

3. What did Benjamin Franklin's writing help create?
(a) Unionized Tradesman.
(b) Union Fire Company.
(c) The Miners Union.
(d) Union Water Company.

4. Which of Benjamin Franklin's ancestors migrated to America?
(a) His grandfather.
(b) His father.
(c) His uncle.
(d) His cousin.

5. Who took over Benjamin Franklin's duty as clerk for the assembly?
(a) His grandson Temple.
(b) His son William.
(c) His opponent.
(d) His friend Hume.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Benjamin Franklin work only a short time as a merchant?

2. When did Benjamin Franklin return to America?

3. What was the name of the college Benjamin Franklin opened?

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

5. What did Benjamin Franklin theorize attracted lightning?

(see the answer key)

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