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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 is the name of Frank and Nora's oldest daughter?
(a) Janet.
(b) Mary.
(c) Kate.
(d) Sheila.

2. What year was the Walton's Lives published that Frank sends to Helene in March 1952?
(a) 1778.
(b) 1889.
(c) 1840.
(d) 1902.

3. After receiving the Bibles, what book does Helene request next from Marks & Co.?
(a) Greek Myths.
(b) Alice in Wonderland.
(c) Aesop's Tales.
(d) Imaginary Conversations.

4. Cecily's letter says that Mr. Martin thinks Helene has _____________.
(a) Odd taste in literature.
(b) A mean streak.
(c) Mental instability.
(d) A wonderful sense of humor.

5. Frank thanks Helene for her Christmas package and assures her that the items are things that ________________.
(a) Can only be found on the black market.
(b) The bosses enjoyed immensely.
(c) Bring back childhood memories.
(d) Remind him of a trip to America.

Short Answer Questions

1. Helene tells Maxine in her February 1952 letter that she may not have the __________ to visit Marks & Co. someday.

2. What month and year does Helene start her correspondence with Marks & Co.?

3. What does Bill Humphries offer to Helene in his April 1951 letter?

4. What TV series is Helene writing for?

5. What did Helene's salary get raised to in 1952?

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