Benjamin Franklin from The Autobiography
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Why did Franklin leave Boston?
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Because his brother told every printer not to hire Franklin.
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How old was Franklin when he left Boston?
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17 Years old.
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What is Franklin's condition when he arrives in Philadelphia?
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He was exhausted and had no money .
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What were his 13 virtues based on?
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Moral Perfection .
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What does Socrates mean?
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Ancient Greek philosopher and teacher.
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What does Franklin's plan for moral perfection reveal about him?
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It reveals that he is not perfect.
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Where was Franklin born?
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Boston.
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Why does Franklin decide not to sign the papers he submits for publication?
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Because if his brother finds out it is him, then he won't publish his papers.
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Who fired Franklin from his printing job?
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His brother James Franklin.
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Why did Franklin write his Autobiography?
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For his son.
