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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Helene's October 15, 1950 letter to Frank chastise him?
(a) For sending the wrong books.
(b) For using poor grammar.
(c) For using crumpled book pages as packing material.
(d) For not having love poems.

2. What kind of England does Helene dream of finding?
(a) One from English literature.
(b) One from old war movies.
(c) One from history books.
(d) One found in the letters.

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

5. What first edition book does Frank offer to send Helene in the fall of 1950?
(a) Newman's Idea of a University.
(b) Oxford Book of English Verse.
(c) Pepys' Diary.
(d) Vulgate Latin Bible.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cecily's children enjoy most from Helene's Easter package?

2. What was the name of the professor who first got Helene interested in books?

3. What does Helene send in her Christmas package to Marks & Co?

4. What anthology does Helene request Frank send her in late 1950?

5. When does Frank sign his first letter to Helene with his full name instead of initials?

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