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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In London, Franklin learned what about Governor Keith?
(a) His reputation was excellent.
(b) His reputation is unsavory.
(c) His word was worthless outside America.
(d) He is word was worth little in England.

3. His father received visits from important noble men which Franklin admired and also from friends seeking what?
(a) Advice.
(b) Prayer.
(c) Food.
(d) Money.

4. What was Franklin's response to those who played pranks on him when he did not pay into the pot?
(a) He eventually caved in and paid.
(b) Left the firm.
(c) Stood firm and refused to pay.
(d) Convinced the others not to pay also.

5. Why did the contact recommend this to Franklin?
(a) Working in London would help build his reputation.
(b) He would be better off if he returned to America as he had no credit.
(c) He would be better off when he returned to America and set up shop.
(d) He would gain international experience in London.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. At his new employment, Franklin gave up part of his pay for what?

3. In what other fields of employment did Franklin note some eventually found interest?

4. Franklin said his father was an "agreeable" man but very traditional, serious, and what else?

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

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