“News Quiz” is a weekly feature that lets you test your knowledge of recent Link stories. The correct answers appear at the end.
1. Which of the following is not featured on the Postal Service’s new website celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States?
a) A book written by USPS Historian Stephen Kochersperger
b) A link to the “Mail with Mr. ZIP” YouTube series for kids
c) Facts about the Postal Service’s contribution to American history
d) Locations of the Post Offices that were operating in 1776 and are still open today
2. What town is depicted in Summer Sunset, the new nondenominated stamp for nonprofit bulk mailings?
a) Chilmark, MA
b) Frostburg, MD
c) Golden Valley, MN
d) Pacific Beach, CA
3. How many stars are featured on the national postmark cancellation celebrating America’s 250th birthday?
a) 10
b) 13
c) 17
d) 50
4. Why are subscription-based mail clubs, or “snail mail clubs,” becoming so popular?
a) Clubs focus on specific areas of interest.
b) People appreciate a pastime that does not involve screens.
c) Subscribers like receiving personal items in their mailboxes.
d) All of the above
5. How does Electronic Technician Chris Karibian use his drawing skills to benefit the Charlotte, NC, Local Processing Center?
a) He decorates the windows with USA-themed “graffiti” in washable paint.
b) He doodles “stamps” to test the postmark of the Advanced Facer Canceler System.
c) He draws pictures of employees on their birthdays.
d) He sells his artwork and donates the proceeds to the facility’s “lunch money” fund.
Answers: 1) a. 2) a. 3) b. 4) d. 5) b.
