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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1676, Pages 233 - 248.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which item was symbolic of Griet's fear of sexuality?
(a) Her skirts.
(b) Her hair.
(c) Her hands.
(d) Vermeer's paintings.

2. Why wasn't Griet allowed to visit her family?
(a) She might die from the plague.
(b) She might not work as well.
(c) She might not return.
(d) She might bring the plague back with her.

3. What event was Vermeer emotionally torn about?
(a) Firing Griet.
(b) Hurting Catharina's feelings with the painting of Griet.
(c) Giving up the painting of Griet.
(d) Forcing Griet to wear the earrings.

4. What did Maria suggest to Vermeer that he paint to make more money?
(a) Use more color in the painting.
(b) Create a painting with larger subjects.
(c) Create a landscape instead of a portrait.
(d) Include more people in the painting.

5. What color did Cornelia smear on Griet's apron?
(a) Yellow.
(b) Black.
(c) Red.
(d) Blue.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Vermeer convert to his current religion?

2. What is the name of Griet's second son?

3. What happened when Griet began to obsess about the plague?

4. Which member of the Vermeer household has requested for Tanneke to bring Griet?

5. Who punched Griet in the stomach?

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