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Franklin's Adages: Wisdom for American Improvement

Benjamin Franklin's adages provide insights into the American psyche, highlighting both faults and ideals. His proverbs serve as reminders of civic responsibility and the values needed during his time. For instance, "Early to bed, early to rise" encourages diligence, while "A penny saved is a penny earned" reflects the importance of frugality. Influenced by his Puritan background, Franklin taught the value of hard work and moral integrity. His wisdom also anticipates Enlightenment ideals, emphasizing reason. Many of his sayings from "Poor Richard's Almanac" remain popular today due to their timeless relevance.

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Franklin's Adages: Wisdom for American Improvement

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  1. Ben Franklin and His Adages • Find two proverbs and explain how these two proverbs tell about the faults/failings of Americans or the reminders the American people needed at the time? • What did he teach us about being a good citizen? • Where do you find ideas/values from Franklin's Puritan background? Give a specific adage example. • Where do you see Franklin moving towards the enlightenment's age of reason? Give a specific adage example. • What adages are still in use from “Poor Richard’s Almanac”? What made these proverbs so popular and long-lasting? • Create your own adage for the modern day. Think about what ideals would you want other people to live towards and how you would want Americans today to improve themselves. Make it catchy!

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