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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. What is the end to this famous saying: To err is human, to forgive is divine, to persist is __________.

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

3. What two things may possibly be exclusive?

4. The author believes that if pride dines upon vanity, it sups on _____________.

5. Where there is hunger, it is likely that _____ will not be regarded.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is the author's view of political office as it relates to morals?

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

4. Name at least two of Franklin's warnings about food?

5. What should one know about the extent of his cleverness?

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

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

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

9. What are some of the characteristics of a rich man?

10. What does Franklin have to say about a discontented man?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Franklin had a lot to say about using one's time well. This thought appears in several different areas, from being industrious to making time for leisure and through to being outright lazy. Following are three of Franklin's many citations on the topic. Explain each. Also describe what Franklin meant by laziness and leisure. Compare and contrast the two items.

"Up, sluggard, and waste not life; in the grave will be sleeping enough."

"O Lazy-Bones! Dost thou think God would have given thee Arms and Legs, if he had not design'd thou should'st use them."

"A life of leisure and a life of laziness, are two things."

Essay Topic 2

Franklin takes after classic parables by presenting stories, poems, or rhymes in corner to impact wisdom or a moral view. Do you think these references were influenced more by the Bible or traditional folk lore? How many do you think were created by Franklin? Choose at least three from the almanack. Examine each story and determine the point and moral of each story. Write your own stories using unique characters that encompass the same values and/or morals.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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