PROJECT: from Poor Richard S Almanack

PROJECT: from Poor Richard’s Almanack

Use the information about Benjamin Franklin and Background for Understanding on page 186 to complete the following:

CHECK your knowledge:: 1. What pseudonym did Franklin use to satirize politics in Boston?

2. What was the name of the annual publication Franklin wrote that contained useful information, observations and advice?

3. What is an aphorism?

Use the aphorisms presented on page 188 and 189 to complete the following:

ANSWER the following questions: 1. What does Ben Franklin say is “the best possession”?

2. Identify two aphorisms that address education.

3. What advice does Franklin offer about breaking bad habits PARAPHRASE these aphorisms presented on page 188 and 189.

 Love your neighbor; yet don’t pull down your hedge.

 The rotten apple spoils his companions.

 A good example is the best sermon.

 A small leak with sink a great ship.

RELATE to your experience: In what way do Franklin’s aphorisms remind you of the sayings found in Chinese fortune cookies?