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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: "Study" - Part Two: "Tales" .

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Marin tells Nella that women can do nothing, and that only if they are very lucky can they even do what?
(a) Please their husbands.
(b) Have children.
(c) Retain their dignity.
(d) Fix the mistakes others make.

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

4. How much younger does Nella decide she is than Marin?
(a) 5 years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) 15 years.
(d) 20 years.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What object does Marin refer to as being "early to ripe, early to rot" (15) in reference to Nella's perfume?

2. In what action does Nella decide the miniaturist is engaging when sending her items she has not ordered?

3. How does Nella injure herself the night of her first kiss with Johannes?

4. What object does Marin say that her family has that Nella's family does not, even though Nella's family has an "ancient pedigree" (12)?

5. For what purpose does Nella remove her shoes in the doorway of her new home upon her arrival?

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