“News Quiz” is a weekly feature that lets you test your knowledge of recent Link stories. The correct answers appear at the end.
1. What is the title of the first book authored by former first lady Barbara Bush, who’ll soon be featured on a stamp?
a) “Barbara Bush: A Memoir”
b) “C. Fred’s Story”
c) “Millie’s Book”
d) “Pearls of Wisdom”
2. Postmaster General-designate David Steiner is credited with transforming operations and delivering strong financial results as the president and CEO of what major company?
a) Best Buy
b) Dollar General
c) Travelers Insurance
d) Waste Management
3. What alerted Pawcatuck, CT, Letter Carrier Jeffrey Abbruzzese to a fire in the home of one of his customers?
a) A fire truck was fast approaching.
b) He heard the fire alarm and saw smoke.
c) Neighbors told him what happened.
d) The homeowner ran out the front door.
4. True or false: USPS mailing services price increases are based on the consumer price index, but shipping services prices are primarily adjusted according to market conditions.
a) True
b) False
5. What was the Postal Service’s operating expenses total during the second quarter of fiscal year 2025?
a) $19.7 billion
b) $3.3 billion
c) $23.1 billion
d) $1.5 billion
Answers: 1) b. 2) d. 3) b. 4) a. 5) c.
