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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 58.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Master Osman feel when he finds Shah Tahmasp's Book of Kings?
(a) Disgusted.
(b) Surprised.
(c) Grateful.
(d) Angered.

2. What does Shekure do that Esther says further invites love?
(a) She perfumed the letter.
(b) She signs the letter with love.
(c) She writes in a very fancy script.
(d) She leaves the mark of a kiss on the envelope.

3. What is surprising about Stork's picture which has strayed from the style of the old masters?
(a) There is a dog in the picture.
(b) He uses words in his pictures.
(c) The color red is used.
(d) The Sultan stands alone in the picture.

4. When does the Sultan want the Book of Festivities completed?
(a) Before the end of the year.
(b) In time for the anniversary of the Hegira.
(c) In time to unveil it at the market.
(d) Before the festival of Shekure.

5. What does Shekure want Esther to find out?
(a) Why Black hasn't returned.
(b) Who sent which pot of food.
(c) Why Elegant's widow didn't send condolences.
(d) Who took the last illustration.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Black have to work with to solve the murder?

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

3. What do the others think is wrong with Enishte?

4. What does Black demand of the murderer while pressing the dagger against his throat?

5. Why does Black visit the three miniaturists?

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