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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. There was soon much frustration between the Assembly and the governor, so Franklin was sent to England to appeal about what?

2. Franklin became the Postmaster and had the opportunity to do what?

3. As France became an increasing threat against the American colonies, Franklin wrote a proposal for the colonies to join together in what fashion?

4. Franklin spoke on the doctor's behalf when he went before which governmental group?

5. Franklin said it made more sense to start at the beginning and learn which language?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did the colonies do subsequent to the initial two troops serving under General Braddock?

2. What was the initial activity of this militia supported by taxpayers?

3. What was Franklin's proposal given France's increasing threat to the American colonies?

4. What did Franklin relate regarding his appointment to the position of clerk of the General Assembly?

5. When troubles arose between the Assembly and Captain Denny, what initially took place when Lord Loudoun was sent over from England?

6. What did Franklin relate regarding his famous Franklin stove?

7. What were some of the improvements to Philadelphia that Franklin participated in?

8. What transpired subsequent to Franklin's pursuit of the office of justice of the peace?

9. What did Franklin have to say about his almanac?

10. What was the analogy Franklin related between religion and fog?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Was Franklin the epitome of a Renaissance man or merely a man with multiple interests?

Essay Topic 2

What were the thirteen virtues Franklin pursued as his way of life? Select one of the thirteen virtues and relate why you believe he felt this was one significant enough to include. How did he approach these virtues? How did he feel the others fared in the interim and why?

Essay Topic 3

Although his formal schooling was limited, Franklin was a noted polymath. In his autobiography, which function brought him the most satisfaction? What reasons support the your answer?

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