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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: "Study" - Part Two: "Tales" .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What items cover the walls of Johannes's study?
(a) Interior design sketches.
(b) Maps.
(c) Fashion design sketches.
(d) Political pamphlets.

2. For what purpose does Nella remove her shoes in the doorway of her new home upon her arrival?
(a) To be over-polite until she learns the rules of the house.
(b) They are making too much noise on the entryway floor.
(c) They are muddy from her walk.
(d) To show that country girls have manners, too.

3. In what action does Nella decide the miniaturist is engaging when sending her items she has not ordered?
(a) Bullying.
(b) Philanthropy.
(c) A battle of wits.
(d) A riddle war.

4. Who is the only person in Nella's life who enjoys bringing up and discussing the past?
(a) Nella's father.
(b) Agnes.
(c) Johannes.
(d) Nella's mother.

5. What feeling does Nella have upon first arriving at the Brandt house when no one will answer the door?
(a) She feels as if she should run away.
(b) She feels as if she is being watched.
(c) She feels as if she is being made fun of.
(d) She feels as if the whole neighborhood is staring at her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Marin's reply to the specific culinary request Nella makes upon her arrival at the Brandt house?

2. For what reason does Hole-Face say he does not and will not speak to the miniaturist?

3. What is NOT a characteristic named by Nella when she describes the mysterious woman staring at her from nearby the miniaturist's door?

4. Who is heard giggling in the shadows during Marin and Nella's first meeting?

5. What is the main difference Nella sees between the maids back in Assendelft and Cornelia?

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