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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Franklin spend his earnings on from his first job after going to London?
(a) Lavish parties and books.
(b) Housing and food.
(c) Savings for his own print shop.
(d) Housing and entertainment.

2. What did Franklin learn about Governor Keith's letters of credit?
(a) They were of highest esteem.
(b) They were worthless.
(c) They only carried value in America.
(d) They held minimal value abroad.

3. Why did Franklin think it was unfair for him to be required to contribute a portion of his pay into this community pot?
(a) He did not gamble.
(b) He prefered to spend on books.
(c) He was saving for his print shop.
(d) He did not drink.

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

5. Franklin considered Ralph a good friend, but an expensive one who did what?
(a) Got a job without Franklin's aid but cheated him.
(b) Refused to get a job and cheated Franklin.
(c) Lived a lavish life and cheated Franklin.
(d) Used Franklin's name to get a job and cheated him.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what schedule did Franklin approach his collection of virtues?

2. Which colleges awarded Franklin honorary degrees?

3. Who was it Franklin provided his virtues list for?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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