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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. His father told him he might consider helping him out if Franklin did what?
(a) Earned half the cost of his business first.
(b) Worked in the printing trade for several more years.
(c) Saved a good portion of what he needed.
(d) Earned his passage back to Philadelphia.

2. 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) For.
(c) Against.
(d) For, with some limitations.

3. At age 12, Franklin was indentured to James, his older brother, until he was how old?
(a) 21.
(b) 25.
(c) 18.
(d) 16.

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

5. Franklin said his father was an "agreeable" man but very traditional, serious, and what else?
(a) Religious.
(b) Strict.
(c) Demanding.
(d) Important.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Franklin initially address his autobiography opening to?

2. Franklin's family had to hide their religion in England in what manner?

3. Josiah was impressed by the letter of recommendation and allowed Franklin's return to Philadelphia to do what?

4. Upon Franklin's return to Philadelphia, where did the Governor of Pennsylvania send him to pick out his own printing equipment?

5. Who provided Franklin a letter of recommendation when en route home from Philadelphia?

(see the answer key)

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