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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. If one eats few suppers, one will have less need for which of the following?

2. In Franklin's opinion, what is the last organ to stop when a woman dies?

3. What did Jack eat?

4. According to the text, a woman will sober up after what occasion?

5. According to Franklin it is not the large things that wreak havoc. Instead, what is more likely to sink a ship?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who was responsible for writing and compiling POOR RICHARD'S ALMANACK? Who was the true author?

2. What does Franklin have to say about starting a new year?

3. What is the nature of sin? According to Franklin, why is it forbidden?

4. Give at least one example in which God works in mysterious and wonderful ways.

5. Franklin's first quote about lawyers uses a metaphor that has to do with what animals and what activity? How does Franklin feel about lawyers?

6. What is the wisdom contained on Page 7 regarding the way a man eats?

7. Franklin expresses his opinion throughout about the sharpness of a woman's tongue. How does it compare to a man's heart?

8. Give at least two examples of Franklin's advice regarding money.

9. Franklin scolds people with lazy bones. What is the admonishment?

10. What do the proverbs say about education and its usefulness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Education was a large part of Franklin's life, even though educational opportunities were somewhat limited while the author was growing up. Compare and contrast Franklin's level of education with what is common today. What educational facilities are most often associated with Franklin? Explain Franklin's dedication to education and learning throughout the course of his life.

Essay Topic 2

Franklin is closely tied to Boston and Philadelphia, as mentioned in the text. Compare and contrast the two cities, both in Colonial times and today.

Essay Topic 3

One must be careful not to be quick to judge others or point out their faults. Part of that theory can be related to pride or humility. It can also be related to the fact that many people find it much easier to point out the faults of others than to recognize and face their own. Why is it difficult to face one's own faults? What are some faults that you see in other as well as yourself? Are there any faults in you that can be deemed irreparable or unforgivable? If so, what? What are some ways in which you might begin to recognize and repair your own faults? How can you refrain from pointing out the faults of others?

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