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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) Madam.
(b) Mistress.
(c) Pound.
(d) None is correct.

2. What did Cecily's children enjoy most from Helene's Easter package?
(a) Raisins and eggs.
(b) Coconut.
(c) Chocolate candy.
(d) Toys.

3. What phrase from the Marks & Co.'s advertisement scares Helene?
(a) Antiquarian booksellers.
(b) Aquarian booksellers.
(c) Rare and special.
(d) Expensive antiques.

4. What street in London does Helene tell Cecily she is longing to walk down?
(a) Westminster Street.
(b) Buckingham Street.
(c) Berkeley Street.
(d) Wimpole Street.

5. Who does Helene say she is in her first letter to Marks & Co.?
(a) A poor teacher.
(b) A poor writer.
(c) A bored housewife.
(d) A wealthy heiress.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does the professor teach who first got Helene interested in good literature?

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

4. Which of the following is NOT one of the Christian relatives Helene describes when explaining her views on the Latin Bible?

5. What does Marks & Co. apologize to Helene for in the November 26, 1949 letter?

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