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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the Read family regard Franklin rekindling his interest in Miss Read?
(a) Uncertain.
(b) Unconcerned.
(c) Favored it.
(d) Disapproved.

2. Josiah was impressed by the letter of recommendation and allowed Franklin's return to Philadelphia to do what?
(a) Work for a few more years.
(b) Work for anothre year.
(c) Work in a trade other than printing.
(d) Work for two more years.

3. 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) Convinced the others not to pay also.
(c) Stood firm and refused to pay.
(d) Left the firm.

4. Franklin said his father was an "agreeable" man but very traditional, serious, and what else?
(a) Strict.
(b) Demanding.
(c) Religious.
(d) Important.

5. In Philadelphia, Franklin soon worked for Mr. Bradford's son, Andrew, and what other printer?
(a) Stephen Klein.
(b) Stanley Cramer.
(c) Samuel Kramer.
(d) Samuel Keimer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Franklin saw nothing wrong with a little boasting, especially if he did what first?

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

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

4. Franklin hated his father's trade and dreamed of doing what instead?

5. Franklin's family had to hide their religion in England in what manner?

(see the answer key)

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