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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue and Part One: "Outside In" - "Marriage Parties".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What instrument had Nella played for Johannes during their very brief courtship?
(a) Lute.
(b) Harpsichord.
(c) Piano.
(d) Harp.

2. 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.

3. Who is heard giggling in the shadows during Marin and Nella's first meeting?
(a) Cornelia.
(b) Otto.
(c) Frans.
(d) Johannes.

4. What falls from between the pages of a book when Nella is snooping around in the library?
(a) A property deed.
(b) A love note.
(c) A handwritten RSVP.
(d) A last will and testament.

5. What object does Marin refer to as being "early to ripe, early to rot" (15) in reference to Nella's perfume?
(a) Lilies.
(b) Gardenias.
(c) Figs.
(d) Apples.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How much younger does Nella decide she is than Marin?

3. What physical injury does Marin inflict on Nella when she finds Nella snooping within the library?

4. How old is Johannes at the time of his and Nella's wedding?

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

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