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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If you trust someone with your secrets, it is the same as selling him your _______________.
(a) Trust.
(b) Soul.
(c) Life.
(d) Freedom.

2. Someone who is content with his lot in life can also be referred to as being __________.
(a) Rich.
(b) Wise.
(c) Foolish.
(d) Fortunate.

3. Youth is compared to what vegetable?
(a) Corn.
(b) Bean.
(c) Turnip.
(d) Potato.

4. According to Franklin, what is the second vice?
(a) Debt.
(b) Lying.
(c) Fear.
(d) Dishonor.

5. What herb is known to cure all diseases?
(a) Peppermint.
(b) Rosemary.
(c) Garlic.
(d) Time.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where there is hunger, it is likely that _____ will not be regarded.

2. What two words does Franklin use to describe himself?

3. Many men have been ruined by what?

4. What is the end to this famous saying: To err is human, to forgive is divine, to persist is __________.

5. It is important for a man to remember that he should not dwell with whom?

Short Essay Questions

1. What will happen when one is faced with reason but chooses to ignore it?

2. What are some of the things that can ruin a man's wealth?

3. What is the author's view of political office as it relates to morals?

4. What are some of the characteristics of a rich man?

5. What is the author's opinion on finding honor in one's family?

6. What is the prevailing thought about a person's background and shame?

7. What is the story used about education versus common sense in regards to Tim?

8. How do possessions and the afterlife relate according to this section?

9. What are the things referenced in two sayings about altering one's character for the worse?

10. What is one of the most important things that cannot be completely repaired after it is broken?

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