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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 51-52.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Enishte say he will not finish the secret book?
(a) Because of the murder.
(b) Because of the Sultan.
(c) Because of the dog.
(d) Because of Shekure.

2. How does Hasan hope to prove his innocence?
(a) By finishing the book.
(b) By taking care of Shekure.
(c) By being tortured.
(d) By going to the judge.

3. How does the Head Treasurer feel about Black's story?
(a) He believes him.
(b) He hangs him.
(c) He holds him in custody.
(d) He dissolves his marriage to Shekure.

4. What does Shekure ask Black to do in regard to her boys?
(a) To help them through their mourning.
(b) To take a firm hand with them.
(c) To help them learn the skill of illustrating.
(d) To be patient and forgiving to them.

5. Who do Esther and Black talk about?
(a) Master Osman.
(b) Olive.
(c) Elegant.
(d) Shekure.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Shekure answer Esther's probing questions about what Black wrote?

2. Why can't Black and the dwarf share Osman's joy about the books they are examining?

3. What does Master Osman do with the plume needle?

4. Which of the miniaturists also is in love with Shekure?

5. What regrets does Master Osman have about his own workshop after looking at Bihzad's work?

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