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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: "Eight Dolls" - "Part Three: "Souls and Purses".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Nella locate the miniaturist who becomes a major and enigmatic part of the narrative?
(a) Johannes tells her about the miniaturist.
(b) She sees the miniaturist's advertisement in a catalog.
(c) She sees the miniaturist's shop window and sign.
(d) Cornelia tells her about the miniaturist.

2. What is the main thrust of the note Nella sends to the miniaturist after receiving her first order?
(a) She sends payment for the miniaturist's bill and writes that she will get in touch soon.
(b) She says that she will not be using her services again.
(c) She demands a reply to her query about the miniature crib.
(d) She praises the miniaturist's work and asks him whether he can make dolls.

3. What mode of transportation do Nella and Johannes use to get to the Silversmiths Guild feast?
(a) Bicycle.
(b) Carriage.
(c) Boat.
(d) Horseback.

4. What item does Nella put into her hair the night of Johannes's departure to Venice?
(a) The flowers he had given her.
(b) Powder.
(c) A series of friendship braids.
(d) Perfume.

5. What food item does Nella specifically request from Marin upon her arrival at the Brandt house?
(a) Cheese.
(b) Marzipan.
(c) Herring.
(d) Figs and sour cream.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main difference Nella sees between the maids back in Assendelft and Cornelia?

2. What is NOT one of the items Nella requests in her first order from the miniaturist?

3. When Nella turns away from watching Johannes's barge leave, whom does she see standing by the bend of the canal?

4. What does Agnes insist that Nella call her?

5. What were Johannes and Frans both doing when they first met?

(see the answer key)

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