Mini-Quiz: Benjamin Franklin: Publishing Years (Birth to Age 39)

1. From his early years, what important traits did Ben Franklin show?

   He tried to get by with as little as possibleSorry, not correct. Try another button. He bullied others and gave arbitrary ordersGood try, but not right. Select another answer. He was ambitious, observant and creativeThat is correct. You know about Ben Franklin.

2. Why did Franklin start a newspaper?

   It was a good stepping stone to politicsSorry, not correct. Try another button. He was trained in printing and loved to writeCorrect. You must have studied. He saw the potential of becoming a rich manOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

3. Why did Franklin start scientific studies?

   He was curious and observant of his surroundingsThat is correct. You know about Ben Franklin. He was getting bored with nothing to doGood try, but not right. Select another answer. His son was the one who studied scienceOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

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