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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. In several sayings, Franklin warns against calculating your future before it happens. What saying most closely compares to that thought?

2. The truth stands on how many legs?

3. A bad commentator is known to spoil even the best ____________.

4. What great Biblical character is referred to in regards to slaying thousands?

5. A lean award is better than a fat what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the advice given by Franklin regarding the making and keeping of promises?

2. What exactly is the almanack and what does it contain?

3. What popular modern saying about men and their toys is covered by Franklin on Page 32?

4. What are the things that will lead a person to realize fortune or wealth?

5. Franklin shares a short rhymed poem regarding three entities. What are the entities and how are they compared?

6. It is strongly advised for one to pay heed to which proverb dealing with faults?

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

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

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

10. How does Franklin feel about being of service to God in one's life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

It is said that Franklin did not practice what he preached throughout the almanack. Many historical tomes report that Franklin was known to be one that ate and drank too much and was often unfaithful to his wife. This was an especially popular rumor after Franklin became an ambassador to France. Discuss this rumor and prove or disprove to the best of your ability.

Essay Topic 2

Franklin makes references to letters and mail in the almanack. It is also shared that Franklin had a great deal to do with the development of the United States Post Office. Research and write a 1000 word essay on the post office and Franklin's involvement. Who is responsible for creating the post office? Was it an elected or appointed job? How is the post office different today than it was in Franklin's day? What services are supplied at the post office today that were not offered in Franklin's day?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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