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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters, 1949 - 1950.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Cecily tell Helene that she is going on vacation with?
(a) Her parents.
(b) Ben Marks.
(c) Frank Doel.
(d) Megan Wells.

2. In what form would Marks & Co. prefer to receive payment from Helene?
(a) Personal check.
(b) Postal money order.
(c) Credit card.
(d) Cash.

3. 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) Remind him of a trip to America.
(c) The bosses enjoyed immensely.
(d) Bring back childhood memories.

4. How does Frank sign off in most his letters to Helene?
(a) With highest regard.
(b) Yours faithfully.
(c) Sincerely.
(d) Regards.

5. How long does it take Helene to get a reply from Marks & Co. to her first letter?
(a) Six weeks.
(b) Six months.
(c) Three months.
(d) Three weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What first edition book does Frank offer to send Helene in the fall of 1950?

2. What does Helene joke that the proprietors of Marks & Co. should inform the Church of England about?

3. Helene describes herself to Cecily as being about as smart looking as a________________.

4. Where would Helene have to shop for books in New York City if she didn't have Marks & Co. sending them to her door?

5. How does Helene feel about the first edition that Frank sends in 1950?

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