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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. According to Franklin, youth is both pert and ___________.

2. When something begins in anger, it is bound to end in what?

3. What is a groat?

4. Franklin says that there are many more old fools in this world than there are what?

5. "You may delay, but time will not" is most similar to which saying?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What is said about being a know it all?

4. How can a person judge the true character of another?

5. What are creditors known for the most?

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

7. Who is Bridget Saunders? How is she described by Franklin?

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

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

10. What are some of the things that can ruin a man's wealth?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

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

Along with his thoughts on creating good and honest relationships, Franklin also discusses friendship. In Franklin's opinion, friendships should be made carefully, nurtured and cherished. Some examples are as follows: "A father's a treasure; a brother's a comfort; a friend is both;" "Be slow in choosing a friend, slower in changing;" and "Thou canst not joke an enemy into a friend; but thou may'st a friend into an enemy."

Explain what Franklin means in each of these proverbs. How do they apply to your friendships? On what do you base a friendship? Do you make friends easily or is it difficult? Are you a good friend or a fair weather friend?

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