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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. 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 best kitchen.
(c) In the parlor.
(d) In the conservatory.

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

3. What is NOT a characteristic of Jack's that Marin lists as reasons he will not go to the authorities about Otto's actions?
(a) He is English.
(b) He is proud.
(c) He is a sodomite.
(d) He used to be an actor.

4. When Marin says that the Brandts had sent their second best barge after Nella, whom does she say is using the family's best barge?
(a) Jack.
(b) Johannes.
(c) Otto.
(d) Marin.

5. What unexpected act does Johannes undertake when he finally returns from Venice?
(a) He announces that he will begin a renovation of the Brandt house.
(b) He takes Nella into the bedroom to consummate their marriage.
(c) He takes Nella in a tight embrace.
(d) He takes Marin in a tight embrace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Johannes tell Nella about comfort?

2. What does Nella do when she sees Johannes engaged in a sex act with someone else?

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

4. When Marin does not introduce herself, for whom does Nella mistake her new sister-in-law?

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

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