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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three: "Escape" - Part Four: "The Actor".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is NOT one of the items Nella requests in her first order from the miniaturist?
(a) A betrothal cup.
(b) A piece of marzipan.
(c) A lute.
(d) A dog.

2. Nella recalls that her father had been both wary and what of Amsterdam's wealth and power?
(a) Fearful.
(b) Awed.
(c) Curious.
(d) Hopeful.

3. What is NOT a way in which Marin's manner is described just after Frans's menacing announcement?
(a) Reluctantly hopeful.
(b) Limp.
(c) With a spiritless voice.
(d) Dead-eyed.

4. What is NOT something that happens when the St. George Militia arrives at the Brandt house?
(a) A guard tells Cornelia to fetch her master.
(b) The soldiers force their way into the house.
(c) A guard tells Otto to fetch his master.
(d) They hammer on the front door.

5. What reason does Nella cite to Johannes when he is touched by the item she has placed in her hair the night of his departure to Venice?
(a) For love.
(b) For affection.
(c) For restoration.
(d) For progress.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many dolls total are left on the front step of the Brandt household?

2. Who drags Nella out of the room after Nella discovers Johannes engaged in oral sex with someone else?

3. Which doll from the cabinet house does Marin throw into the street over the protests of Nella?

4. Who is the only person in Nella's life who enjoys bringing up and discussing the past?

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

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