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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 The Imp-Riddled House.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Right before the unveiling of the painting the Master created for van den Meer, what does Margarethe call Clara that sends Clara into a screaming rage?
(a) A spoiled brat.
(b) Adopted.
(c) A changeling.
(d) A doll.

2. What is the name of the painting the Master creates for van den Meer?
(a) Young Woman with Two Lips.
(b) Clara, My Beloved.
(c) Girl with Flowers by a Window.
(d) Young Woman with Tulips.

3. What role does Iris take in Schoonmaker's household?
(a) She stands outside holding an advertisement for his business.
(b) She scrubs the floors every other day.
(c) She makes her famous biscuits every morning.
(d) She sits so he can paint her.

4. How are Ruth and Iris related?
(a) Iris is Ruth's older sister.
(b) Ruth is Iris's mom.
(c) Ruth is Iris's older sister.
(d) They are cousins.

5. How is Ruth initially described in the novel?
(a) As conscientious and unattractive.
(b) As shy and unable/unwilling to speak.
(c) As beautiful and loving.
(d) As mentally impaired and hard to control.

Short Answer Questions

1. What toy is Ruth given after the commotion in the marketplace when the Fishers first arrive?

2. Who is The Queen of the Hairy-Chinned Gypsies?

3. What catches Iris's eye about Schoonmaker's lodgings?

4. Who opens her door at the commotion in the marketplace and talks to Ruth?

5. What does Iris think of Caspar's paintings of Ruth?

(see the answer key)

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