APFIVE How did Benjamin Franklin’s pursuits in science, civic engagement, and business during the mid-18th century reflect a change in American values from earlier colonial practices?
They indicate that there was little to no evolution in colonial values regarding education and civic life prior to the Revolution.
They demonstrate that Franklin’s achievements were isolated incidents that did not reflect broader societal changes.
They suggest that colonial values remained entirely centered on religious orthodoxy and the rejection of scientific inquiry throughout the 18th century.
They exemplify a transition toward Enlightenment ideals emphasizing self-improvement, empirical inquiry, and pragmatic innovation over strictly traditional or mercantile pursuits.
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