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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Helene wonders if Frank's last name is ___________.

2. What day did Helene receive the gift book of poetry from Marks & Co.?

3. Maxine thought Marks & Co. had a ____________ smell.

4. From what company does Helene order the packages that she sends to Marks & Co.?

5. Why does Helene request the recipe from Cecily?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Helene Hanff was surprised by how well her book of letters was received, claiming it was just a little book of "business correspondence." Do you think this is how she really felt about it? Why or why not? Support your answer fully.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how connections are made in the age of technology versus the age of letters. How has communication changed significantly over the last two decades? Do you think connections like Frank and Helene's are more or less prevalent in the age of technology? Explain your responses using examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss how the love of language and the craft of writing are important to the people in the book on both sides of the Atlantic.

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