Question 1

In addition to being a Founding Father, Benjamin Franklin was also known for being a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

inventor

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musician

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athlete

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chef

Question 2

How did Franklin improve public safety with one of his inventions?

Accepted Answer

lightning rod

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airplane

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telephone

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internet

Question 3

Which publication is Benjamin Franklin famous for, filled with proverbs and practical advice?

Accepted Answer

Poor Richard's Almanack

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People Magazine

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New York Times

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National Geographic

Question 4

What key role did Franklin play in the American Revolution with his diplomacy?

Accepted Answer

securing French support

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securing Russian support

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securing Spanish support

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securing British support

Question 5

What qualities did Benjamin Franklin exemplify through his work and service?

Accepted Answer

ingenuity, perseverance, and civic duty

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anger, impatience, and arrogance

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greed, dishonesty, and irresponsibility

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laziness, inconsistency, and selfishness

Question 6

Which of these fields did Benjamin Franklin NOT excel in?

Accepted Answer

music

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science

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writing

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diplomacy

Question 7

What year was Benjamin Franklin born in?

Accepted Answer

1706

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1606

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1806

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1906

Question 8

What was one of Franklin's famous sayings that reflected his wise and witty nature?

Accepted Answer

Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.

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Sleep in all day, stay up all night, and be successful.

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Procrastinate now, work harder later, and accomplish more.

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Never prioritize rest, always work tirelessly, and reach your goals.

Question 9

What was one of Franklin's great achievements as a printer?

Accepted Answer

teaching himself to read and write

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writing a best-selling novel

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inventing the printing press

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starting his own publishing company

Question 10

What was one specific contribution Franklin made to public safety?

Accepted Answer

invention of the lightning rod

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invention of the computer

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invention of the television

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invention of the telephone

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