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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: "The Guilder and the Doll" - Part Five: "Nova Hollandia".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what source does the author provide both of the text's epigraphs?
(a) The Magna Carta.
(b) Cotton Mather's The Invisible World.
(c) The King James Bible.
(d) The 95 Theses.

2. In what month of 1687 does Part Four begin?
(a) March.
(b) December.
(c) November.
(d) January.

3. What is NOT a characteristic named by Nella when she describes the mysterious woman staring at her from nearby the miniaturist's door?
(a) Blond, uncovered hair.
(b) A scrutinizing gaze focused on Nella's face.
(c) Brown eyes that are almost orange.
(d) Ice blue eyes.

4. Who is the only person in Nella's life who enjoys bringing up and discussing the past?
(a) Nella's father.
(b) Johannes.
(c) Nella's mother.
(d) Agnes.

5. How long does Hole-Face say the miniaturist has been living in town?
(a) Three or four months.
(b) Five to six years.
(c) Two or three weeks.
(d) Two or three years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unexpected act does Johannes undertake when he finally returns from Venice?

2. Where does Nella find the doll made in her own likeness?

3. What instrument does Nella play during the performance for the Meermanses?

4. When Nella realizes that she has not sent her unwanted items along with the note to the miniaturist, what does she do with them?

5. What does Marin say that her society does to homosexuals like Johannes?

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