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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Franklin's son died of smallpox at what age?
(a) 4.
(b) 8.
(c) 2.
(d) 6.

2. How did Franklin describe John Collins, a boy he befriended?
(a) Bookish.
(b) Outgoing.
(c) Outdoorish.
(d) Reclusive.

3. Collins broke his word to Franklin several times, but when did the pair become estranged?
(a) After he threw Collins from a carriage.
(b) After he threw Collins overboard from a boat.
(c) When he sold Collins' books.
(d) When he beat Collins.

4. What was the title of the pamphlet Franklin wrote about paper money, a raging debate at the time?
(a) "The Necessityand Benefits of Paper Currency."
(b) "The Nature and Necessity of Paper Currency."
(c) "The Need for Paper Currency."
(d) "The Ten Reasons Justifying Paper Currency."

5. 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 was saving for his print shop.
(d) He did not drink.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. On what schedule did Franklin approach his collection of virtues?

3. As he believed people should have free access to things that improved their lives, what did Franklin do in regard to his stove?

4. When the House legalized paper tender, it awarded the contract to print the money to which printer?

5. Franklin noted he was honest about his achievements without being falsely humble or arrogant and stipulated he would have changed some details to look better but did not for what reason?

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