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

2. What does Agnes insist that Nella call her?
(a) Agnes.
(b) Aggie.
(c) Nessa.
(d) Madame.

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

4. What is the characteristic feature that helps everyone in the Brandt household distinguish between their dogs Rezeki and Dhana?
(a) The spot on Rezeki's ear.
(b) The spot on Rezeki's belly.
(c) The spot on Dhana's belly.
(d) The spot above Dhana's eye.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Nella recalls that her father had been both wary and what of Amsterdam's wealth and power?

2. What does Johannes tell Nella that no one can really do with his wealth?

3. What is the main difference Nella sees between the maids back in Assendelft and Cornelia?

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 event is taking place during the novel's prologue?

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