Virtues

What is the main characteristic of Perseverance?

• To continue working towards a goal.

• To give up when trying to accomplish something.

• To say things in the right way.

• To discard any bad alternatives.

How many rules or virtues did Franklin list?

• 15

• 10

• 13

• 12

How did he approach his virtues?

• One at a time

• The first four

• All 13 at once

• Start at the bottom and work your way up

What was the first virtue he tackled?

• Humility

• Temperance

• Silence

• Industry

How long would it take to work through all the virtues?

• A month

• A year

• 13 weeks

• 6 months

Which virtue involves not over-eating or drinking?

• Temperance

• Silence

• Order

• Resolution

Which virtue deals with putting everything in its place?

• Silence

• Sincerity

• Order

• Temperance

Which virtue emphasizes speaking only what may benefit others or yourself?

• A) Silence

• B) Humility

• C) Order

• D) Frugality

What is the virtue that involves resolving to perform what you ought and performing without fail what you resolve?

• A) Resolution

• B) Justice

• C) Moderation

• D) Cleanliness

Which virtue is about avoiding extremes and forbear resenting injuries so much as you think they deserve?

• A) Moderation

• B) Sincerity

• C) Tranquility

• D) Industry