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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What term does Helene hope doesn't mean the same thing in England as it does in America?
(a) None is correct.
(b) Pound.
(c) Madam.
(d) Mistress.

2. What does Helene do when she received the first edition from Frank in 1950?
(a) She gives it as a gift.
(b) She leaves it out on a table to look at all day.
(c) She decides it is too expensive.
(d) She is disappointed in the quality.

3. Why does Helene fear her library card will be revoked?
(a) For writing in the library books.
(b) For not returning books on time.
(c) For not checking books out.
(d) For being too demanding of the librarians.

4. How much meat does Helene discover the Londoners are rationed per family in 1949?
(a) Two 4 ounce steaks per month.
(b) Three ounces per week.
(c) Two ounces per week.
(d) One chicken per month.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What street does Helene live on in New York City?

2. After receiving the Bibles, what book does Helene request next from Marks & Co.?

3. Why does Helene's October 15, 1950 letter to Frank chastise him?

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

5. Helene is afraid the Easter Bunny will find that Frank has died of ____________.

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