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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1664, Pages 73 - 94.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom did it seem that Vermeer was competing with most when it came to Griet?
(a) Pieter.
(b) Frans.
(c) Pieter the Son.
(d) Van Ruijven.

2. What did Griet's sister's death symbolize?
(a) The death of happiness for the Vermeers.
(b) The death of family ties for Griet.
(c) The death of vanity and art in Griet's life.
(d) The death of love for Griet.

3. What was the name of the grandmother in the household?
(a) Johannes.
(b) Cornelia.
(c) Catharina.
(d) Maria.

4. Where did Griet learn she would be sleeping in her new home?
(a) Cellar.
(b) Barn.
(c) Bathroom.
(d) Studio.

5. What room was Griet to be in charge of cleaning without appearing to have moved anything?
(a) Children's room.
(b) Bathroom.
(c) Vermeer's studio.
(d) Kitchen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Pieter the Son give Griet to take to her family?

2. Why was Griet unable to sleep on her first night in the new home?

3. Who was the owner of Vermeer's painting of the lady at the window?

4. How did Griet perceive her own vanity?

5. When was Griet allowed to completely clean the studio?

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