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1. What did Franklin always try to link, according to "Chapter One"?

According to "Chapter One," Franklin always tried to link his private virtue and his civic virtue.

2. How did Franklin typify the American ideal, according to "Chapter One"?

Franklin typified the American ideal of upward mobility by becoming an example of how in America a person can make what he wants of himself, regardless of his origins.

3. Why did Franklin's family migrate to America, according to "Chapter Two"?

According to "Chapter Two," Franklin's family migrated to America mostly for economic reasons, even though religious freedom was also a factor.

4. What did Benjamin's apprenticeship at age 10 spark an interest in?

At age 10, Benjamin apprenticed with his older brother James, who was a printer. This sparked his interest in writing and printing.

5. What method did Franklin adopt for his arguments and why?

Franklin adopted the Socratic method for his arguments because he preferred to ask his opponents gentle questions which would lead them to his point.

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