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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Franklin arrive in Philadelphia on his initial trip?
(a) Hungry, dirty, tired.
(b) Tired and dirty, but not hungry.
(c) Tired, but clean.
(d) Hungry, but otherwise reasonable.

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

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

4. What was it Franklin did after the contact made his recommendation?
(a) Took a job at Palmer's print house.
(b) Took a job at Pallone's print shop.
(c) Took a job at "The London Times".
(d) Spent all his remaining money on lavish celebration.

5. When Franklin asked for three pennies worth of something at a bakery in Philadelphia, he received three giant rolls and realized what?
(a) He would run out of money within two days.
(b) Prices were relatively the same in the colonies.
(c) He should ask the prices first.
(d) Not all the colonies were culturally identical.

Short Answer Questions

1. Rather than change the name of the paper, James did what?

2. Collins broke his word to Franklin several times, but when did the pair become estranged?

3. What did Franklin convince a number of men to do?

4. In Philadelphia, Franklin soon worked for Mr. Bradford's son, Andrew, and what other printer?

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

(see the answer key)

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