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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Will Strunk's Little Book, 1955-1959.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What activities is White's son enjoying at Cornell?
(a) Football and naval architecture.
(b) Soccer and archery.
(c) Football and archery.
(d) Soccer and naval architecture.

2. Where is Katharine's father a successful businessman?
(a) Boston.
(b) Connecticut.
(c) New England.
(d) New York.

3. According to White's letter to Katharine, what is "man's ancient privilege"?
(a) Living a whimsical life.
(b) Living an organized life.
(c) Living a thought-provoking life.
(d) Living a reasonable life.

4. Who was White's favorite sibling?
(a) Lillian.
(b) Stanley.
(c) Marion.
(d) Clara.

5. Which piece of Charlotte's advice does White give to his publisher regarding the revisions on the illustrations for the book?
(a) Seven is a lucky number.
(b) Never hurry and never worry.
(c) Humble has two meanings. It means "not proud" and "close to the ground."
(d) Versatile means I can change with ease from one thing to another.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reminder does White make about the agreement with communism?

2. What type of people did Ross hire when starting the New Yorker, according to White?

3. Which one of the following is not included in the list of people White says will read the pamphlet he worked on in Washington?

4. How does White explain his fascination with spiders in a letter?

5. What event prompts White to write the director of the Bronx Zoo?

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