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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Franklin borrowed books from a shop which later inspired him to do what?
(a) Open a bookshop in Philadelphia.
(b) Open a bookshop in New York City.
(c) Open a private library in Philadelphia.
(d) Open a public library system in America.

2. Franklin proposed the use of what in Philadelphia?
(a) Street lamps.
(b) Electrical trolley cars.
(c) Taxi carriages.
(d) Horse-drawn trolley cars.

3. On what schedule did Franklin approach his collection of virtues?
(a) 1 bi- weekly, leaving others to chance.
(b) 1 weekly, leaving others to chance.
(c) 1 daily, leaving others to chance.
(d) 13 simultaneously.

4. Which college evolved from Franklin's endeavors in public education?
(a) University of Philadelphia, and later Pennsylvania State University.
(b) University of Philadelphia, and later Arcadia University.
(c) University of Philadelphia, and later Eastern College.
(d) University of Philadelphia, and later the University of Pennsylvania.

5. Upon Franklin's promotion, what happened to the community ante?
(a) It remained about the same.
(b) It got considerably higher.
(c) It got somewhat higher.
(d) There was no ante in his new position.

Short Answer Questions

1. Franklin considered Ralph a good friend, but an expensive one who did what?

2. Franklin took great pride when he lived in what fashion?

3. What are other traits Franklin believed a "good" individual had?

4. Who was Franklin's friend that suggested they build a town hospital?

5. What was it Franklin did after the contact made his recommendation?

(see the answer key)

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