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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Sixteen, Chapter Seventeen, and Conclusion.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Benjamin Franklin retire from his printing business?
(a) 1747.
(b) 1745.
(c) 1746.
(d) 1748.

2. When was Benjamin Franklin born?
(a) January 7, 1706.
(b) January 7, 1708.
(c) January 17, 1706.
(d) January 27, 1705.

3. Why did Benjamin Franklin work only a short time as a merchant?
(a) The store closed.
(b) He was offered a job.
(c) He was needed elsewhere.
(d) Mr. Denham died.

4. Who prevented the British troops from arresting Samuel Adams and John Hancock?
(a) Jonas Clarke.
(b) Doctor Prescott.
(c) Paul Revere.
(d) Benjamin Franklin.

5. How old was Benjamin Franklin when he started writing his family history?
(a) 60.
(b) 70.
(c) 55.
(d) 65.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who offered to help Benjamin Franklin set up his own printing shop?

2. Which of Benjamin Franklin's ancestors migrated to America?

3. How long did Benjamin Franklin spend touring the colonies?

4. How old was Benjamin Franklin when he was enrolled in Latin school?

5. What was Benjamin Franklin's daughter name?

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