2. While he was good at writing, Franklin failed math, so Josiah put him to work in what business he operated?
(a) Tallow-chandler and soap.
(b) Blacksmith.
(c) Baking.
(d) Tanning.

3. Franklin and Collins parted ways for a time after an argument about the equal education of women where Franklin took which position?
(a) Against, with limited exceptions.
(b) Against.
(c) For.
(d) For, with some limitations.

4. When he ran away to New York, Franklin met William Bradford, who was described as the "first printer" and came from what locale?
(a) Pennsylvania.
(b) Vermont.
(c) New York.
(d) Connecticut.

5. James Franklin was jailed for how long for not revealing a source?
(a) 3 months.
(b) 6 months.
(c) 2 months.
(d) 1 month.

Short Answer Questions

1. Franklin noted he was honest about his achievements without being falsely humble or arrogant and stipulated he would have changed some details to look better but did not for what reason?

2. What did Franklin learn about Governor Keith's letters of credit?

3. Franklin noted the oldest son being apprenticed in a smithing trade was a tradition that went how far back?

4. How did Franklin arrive in Philadelphia on his initial trip?

5. Franklin borrowed books from a shop which later inspired him to do what?

(see the answer key)

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