Question 85 of 128

Benjamin Franklin is famous for many things. Name one.

Accepted Answers

  • • Founded the first free public libraries
  • • First Postmaster General
  • • Helped write the Declaration of Independence
  • • Inventor
  • • U.S. diplomat

Why This Matters

Franklin was a Founding Father, scientist, inventor, diplomat, and writer. He helped draft the Declaration and negotiated French support.

Memory Tip

Inventor or helped write Declaration of Independence.

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Colonial Period and Independence(American History)

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