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

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

3. What is NOT a reason listed among Nella's reasons for accepting Johannes's marriage proposal?
(a) There was no other option that to be a wife.
(b) It would have seemed ungrateful to say no.
(c) She found him very handsome.
(d) It would have seemed stupid to say no.

4. How many dogs reside within the Brandt household?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

5. When Marin decides that the cabinet house is too large to stay in the hall, where does she put it?
(a) In Nella's room.
(b) In the parlor.
(c) In the best kitchen.
(d) In the conservatory.

Short Answer Questions

1. What task has Cornelia been forced to undertake for weeks prior to Nella's arrival, causing Nella to worry that Cornelia will hold the task against her indefinitely?

2. What mode of transportation do Nella and Johannes use to get to the Silversmiths Guild feast?

3. From what source does the author provide both of the text's epigraphs?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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