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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5 The Ball.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before the large dinner party where his painting of Clara is revealed, what does the Master do to help comfort Ruth?
(a) He hums her favorite songs.
(b) He speaks softly to her.
(c) He presents her with a painting of her own.
(d) He holds her hand.

2. What does Margarethe do to continually manipulate van Stolk and van Antum?
(a) She taunts them with glances and promises of Clara.
(b) She preys on their kindness by always asking for mercy -- and money.
(c) She flirts with them herself, since she knows they have crushes on her.
(d) She pretends she is wealthier than she is.

3. What color dress does Clara wear to the ball?
(a) Gold.
(b) Lavender.
(c) Red.
(d) Black.

4. What non-family member do Ruth, Iris, and Clara enlist in helping them get Clara to the ball?
(a) Clara's father.
(b) The Master.
(c) Van Stolk.
(d) Caspar.

5. Who is Clarissa Santiago of Aragon at the ball?
(a) Margarethe's made-up name for Iris.
(b) The daughter of the hosts.
(c) The sister of the prince everyone wants to see.
(d) Clara in disguise.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Margarethe think is increasing as her sight begins decreasing?

2. When Clara is young and throwing fits, which character is the only person who is able to pull her out of her fitful state?

3. Why is Iris worried about how Henrika and Margarethe interact?

4. How is Margarethe initially described in the novel?

5. How do Margarethe, Ruth, and Iris plan on getting dresses for the ball?

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