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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Upon Franklin's return to Philadelphia, where did the Governor of Pennsylvania send him to pick out his own printing equipment?
(a) Germany.
(b) France.
(c) England.
(d) Holland.

2. When Franklin returned to Philadelphia, the former governor did what?
(a) Turned and walked away.
(b) Approached him, apologized profusely.
(c) Ducked into the nearest shop on the street.
(d) Passed by without a word.

3. What languages did Franklin learn during his lifetime?
(a) German, Italian, Spanish.
(b) French, Italian, Dutch.
(c) French,Russian, Spanish.
(d) French, Italian, Spanish.

4. Why did Franklin think it was unfair for him to be required to contribute a portion of his pay into this community pot?
(a) He did not gamble.
(b) He prefered to spend on books.
(c) He did not drink.
(d) He was saving for his print shop.

5. Many Quakers did not believe in war, but few opposed the militia for what reason?
(a) They felt the potential threat.
(b) They were an extreme minority.
(c) There was no compulsary service.
(d) It was for defense.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened when a rival learned Franklin planned to start a newspaper?

2. Where was Franklin's second, even better job in London?

3. What did a contact advised Franklin to do?

4. Which colonial government was Franklin printing these documents for?

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

(see the answer key)

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