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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As he believed people should have free access to things that improved their lives, what did Franklin do in regard to his stove?
(a) Helped othrs construct their stoves.
(b) Refused to patent it.
(c) Donated profits from sales to charity.
(d) Manufactured them, sold without a profit.

2. Franklin received assistance from other intellectual club members for his business, but the club also supported what?
(a) His political excursions.
(b) Religious organizations.
(c) Scientific research Benjamin opposes.
(d) Benjamin's ex-employer's ventures.

3. One advantage of his intellectual club was to network with other intellectuals, most importantly those who could provide what?
(a) Loan money to back other members' plans.
(b) Facilities in which they could meet.
(c) References and services at a later time.
(d) Books they maintain in their personal libraries.

4. What problem was it Josiah cited why Franklin could not set up his own print shop upon his return from Philadelphia?
(a) Insufficient experience.
(b) Ran away.
(c) Youth.
(d) Immaturity.

5. Who did Mr. Whitefield set up an orphanage for in Georgia?
(a) Children of the poor whose parents died.
(b) Children whose indentured servant parents died.
(c) Any children whose parents died.
(d) Children whose Christian parents died.

Short Answer Questions

1. Franklin took great pride when he lived in what fashion?

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

3. What did Franklin spend his earnings on from his first job after going to London?

4. What did the co-worker who helped Franklin do when he was able to set up shop?

5. Why did the contact recommend this to Franklin?

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