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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters, 1951 - 1953.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Megan Wells hope for in her April 1951 letter to Helene?
(a) Helene will send nylons.
(b) Helene will invite her to America.
(c) Helene will visit England.
(d) Helene will send more eggs.

2. Who does Helene say she is in her first letter to Marks & Co.?
(a) A wealthy heiress.
(b) A bored housewife.
(c) A poor writer.
(d) A poor teacher.

3. What did Cecily's children enjoy most from Helene's Easter package?
(a) Raisins and eggs.
(b) Chocolate candy.
(c) Coconut.
(d) Toys.

4. Why does Helene spend her days wearing sweaters and wool slacks?
(a) Her classroom is drafty.
(b) The landlord turns the heat off during the day.
(c) The library is often cold.
(d) Her store is rarely heated.

5. Where did Helene's friend Brian go to get a money order to send to London?
(a) 42nd Street.
(b) Rockefeller Plaza.
(c) 17th Street.
(d) Times Square.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT one of the things Helene wants Maxine to write her about?

2. What does Helene joke that she financed for her dentist in her September 1952 letter?

3. What kind of England does Helene dream of finding?

4. How does Frank sign off in most his letters to Helene?

5. Cecily's letter says that Mr. Martin thinks Helene has _____________.

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