Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and His Legacy

The video discusses a letter and photograph of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, exploring its historical significance and value. The owner, who acquired it at an auction, seeks to sell it at a pawn shop. An expert is brought in to authenticate the letter, confirming its authenticity and increasing its value. The negotiation concludes with a sale price higher than initially expected.

Who was Henry Wadsworth Longfellow?

• A popular musician

• A famous American poet

• A renowned scientist

• A well-known painter

What percentage of Americans today can name a poet, according to the speaker?

• 50%

• 75%

• 99%

• 1%

How much did the speaker initially bid for the letter and photograph at the auction?

• $10

• $50

• $20

• $100

What was the initial asking price for the letter and photograph at the pawn shop?

• $100

• $400

• $200

• $300

What was a major concern about the letter's authenticity?

• The ink was too new

• It might have been written by a secretary

• The signature was missing

• The paper was too old

What did the handwriting expert conclude about the letter?

• It was unsigned

• It was a forgery

• It was incomplete

• It was authentic

What was the estimated value of the letter and photograph according to the expert?

• $1,500

• $1,000

• $500

• $2,000

What was the final selling price agreed upon for the letter and photograph?

• $800

• $700

• $600

• $500

How did the seller feel about the final price compared to their initial expectation?

• Disappointed

• Satisfied

• Angry

• Indifferent

What did the seller plan to do after the sale?

• Search for more valuable items at home

• Open a pawn shop

• Write a book

• Buy more items