Read the aphorisms. be slow in choosing a friend, slower in changing. an open foe may prove a curse; but a pretended friend is worse. a true friend is the best possession. according to these aphorisms from benjamin franklin's poor richard's almanack, what might happen if a person is careless in choosing a friend? it is best not to have friends because they will usually betray you. casual friends are often the best and can be more trusted than enemies. a person who has betrayed you can sometimes become a good friend. a friend who is not carefully chosen can be worse than an enemy.
The industrial revolution began in great britain for a number of reasons. two advantages great britain had which were necessary for industrialization were a. raw materials and a large workforce. b. unstable politics and a small landmass. c. abundant land and a small population. d. private wealth and a strong military.