“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 price of the Breast Cancer Research semipostal stamp?
a) 90 cents
b) $1
c) $1.15
d) $1.25
2. Which of the following states does not have a Postal Service facility with a solar power purchase agreement?
a) California
b) Massachusetts
c) Nevada
d) New Jersey
3. What is the name of the boat that delivers mail during the summer to the island residents of New Hampshire’s Lake Winnipesaukee?
a) MV Admiral Anne
b) MV Amanda C.
c) MV Lady Jane
d) MV Sophie C.
4. What was the break in the case for OIG special agents investigating a check stealing operation at the Postal Service’s international service center at John F. Kennedy Airport?
a) NYPD officers made a routine traffic stop of an off-duty USPS employee.
b) Special agents received an anonymous tip from a whistleblower.
c) The suspect provided details of his thefts on his social media pages.
d) The suspect’s partner turned on him and provided detailed information.
5. This year’s Christmas Madonna and Child stamp features a painting displayed at which of the following?
a) Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, MA
b) Fillmore Museum in Redwood, CA
c) Schroeder Institute of Fine Art in Des Moines, IA
d) St. John’s College Gallery in Annapolis, MD
Answers: 1) b. 2) c. 3) d. 4) a. 5) a.
