Question 1 Refer to Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery that Baffled All of France for a complete version of this text.

Part A

What is an inference that can be made about Dr. Mesmer?

He knows more than other doctors about curing diseases.

He truly cares about the safety and health of his patients.

He is respected by scientists and other doctors for his work.

He is more interested in making a profit than in helping the sick.
Question 2
Part B

Which detail from Mesmerized best supports the answer to Part A?

“At last, they came out and announced that they were…CURED!”

“Doctors were furious…The doctors griped—and groused—and fussed—and fumed.”

“When he stared into patients’ eyes and waved the wand, things happened.”

“He agreed to share his secrets, for the sake of science (and 100 gold louis apiece).”