Section: American History: Colonial & Independence
85. Benjamin Franklin is famous for many things. Name one.
Official answer
- • Founded the first free public libraries
- • First Postmaster General of the United States
- • Helped write the Declaration of Independence
- • Inventor
- • U.S. diplomat
Why
Benjamin Franklin was an inventor, diplomat, the first Postmaster General, and helped write the Declaration.
Answers verified against USCIS materials. Last checked 2026-07-17.
Official source: USCIS — 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025)