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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. Whom does Nella see engaging in oral sex with Johannes when she visits his work?
(a) Frans.
(b) Otto.
(c) Jack.
(d) The miniaturist.

2. What items cover the walls of Johannes's study?
(a) Political pamphlets.
(b) Maps.
(c) Fashion design sketches.
(d) Interior design sketches.

3. When Nella compares Assendelft with Amsterdam, what does she decide is the only thing she can currently call her own?
(a) The cabinet house.
(b) Johannes.
(c) Peebo the parakeet.
(d) The miniaturist.

4. In order for Johannes to feel his wife's encouragement, what plan does Nella make?
(a) She plans to write him a list of all the ways she loves him.
(b) She plans to visit Johannes at his work.
(c) She plans to make him a special shirt.
(d) She plans to sit him down so they can discuss their sexual problems openly.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Marin's reply when Nella asks about Bergen, Norway?

3. How does Nella come to own the cabinet house?

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

5. What instrument had Nella played for Johannes during their very brief courtship?

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