Ben Franklin's Inventions and Contributions

Why is Ben Franklin still considered important today?

• He was a king.

• He invented many things still in use.

• He discovered America.

• He was a famous artist.

What was the purpose of Franklin's first political cartoon?

• To advertise a product.

• To entertain children.

• To encourage American colonies to unite.

• To depict a historical event.

What did Franklin discover about lightning?

• It is a form of fire.

• It is a form of water.

• It is a form of electricity.

• It is a form of wind.

What is the modern name for Franklin's 'long arm' invention?

• The grabber.

• The extender.

• The reacher.

• The picker.

What did Franklin invent to help swimmers move faster?

• Swimming caps.

• Flippers.

• Goggles.

• Life jackets.

Which musical instrument did Franklin invent?

• Flute.

• Glass armonica.

• Violin.

• Piano.

What unique feature did Franklin's rocking chair have?

• It could fly.

• It was made of gold.

• It could talk.

• It had a fan on top.

What was the purpose of Franklin's idea of daylight saving time?

• To make nights shorter.

• To make days longer.

• To save money on candles.

• To help people sleep more.

Which community service did Franklin help organize first?

• Library.

• Hospital.

• Fire department.

• Sanitation department.

Which document did Franklin help develop?

• The Emancipation Proclamation.

• The Declaration of Independence.

• The Treaty of Versailles.

• The Magna Carta.