A remarkable man.(SKILLS MASTER 1)(Biography)

From: Junior Scholastic | Date: October 31, 2005 | Copyright information

Born in 1706, Benjamin Franklin wore many hats throughout his life. He was a writer, printer, scientist, inventor, businessman, musician, diplomat, and statesman. He also helped found the United States of America. When Franklin died, in 1790, the French economist Anne-Robert-Jacques Turgot wrote of him: "He snatched the lightning from the skies and the scepter [baton] from tyrants." Study some important events in Franklin's life in this time line, then answer the questions below.

1706-1717 On January 17, 1706, Benjamin Franklin is born into the large family of Josiah and ...

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