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The Way To Wealth

Nonfiction | Essay / Speech | Adult | Published in 1758

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Today, leisure pursuits and vacation time are a valued element of American professional culture. How might Benjamin Franklin respond to today’s interpretation of leisure time as a reward for hard work?

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Analyze the ending of the essay; why do you think Franklin chose to conclude the essay with a description of the crowd’s decision to ignore Father Abraham?

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Discuss the use of irony in Franklin’s essay. Do you find the tone of the essay to be gentle and humorous, or sarcastic and satirical? Provide evidence for your response.

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