Which statements accurately describe American Enlightenment thinker Benjamin Franklin?

Question

Choose all answers that are correct.

Responses

He wrote essays supporting Puritan religious beliefs.

He wrote essays supporting Puritan religious beliefs.

He promoted reliance on the wisdom of Greek and Roman scientists.

He promoted reliance on the wisdom of Greek and Roman scientists.

He served as spokesman for the American colonies.

He served as spokesman for the American colonies.

He designed practical, useful inventions.

Answer 1

The correct statements that accurately describe Benjamin Franklin are:

• He served as spokesman for the American colonies.
• He designed practical, useful inventions.

Benjamin Franklin was known for his diplomatic work, especially during the American Revolution, and he is also famous for his innovative inventions and practical contributions to society. Franklin was a key figure in the American Enlightenment but did not specifically write essays supporting Puritan religious beliefs or solely promote reliance on Greek and Roman scientists.