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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is NOT a way in which Marin's manner is described just after Frans's menacing announcement?
(a) Limp.
(b) With a spiritless voice.
(c) Dead-eyed.
(d) Reluctantly hopeful.

2. How is the doll version of Johannes different from the real version, according to Nella?
(a) Johannes has a kindly smile and the doll's smile is menacing.
(b) The doll is wearing glasses, while Johannes wears none.
(c) The doll's hair is longer than Johannes's hair.
(d) The doll is taller than Johannes, when adjusted for scale.

3. Which doll from the cabinet house does Marin throw into the street over the protests of Nella?
(a) Jack.
(b) Marin.
(c) Nella.
(d) Johannes.

4. What is Nella's reply to Marin's remark about hope?
(a) It is better than nothing.
(b) It is the only thing keeping people alive.
(c) It is not to be wasted.
(d) It is dangerous.

5. When Nella hears sobbing and opens Marin's door, what color is the liquid she sees Marin about to drink?
(a) Purple.
(b) Clear.
(c) Green.
(d) Red.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unexpected act does Johannes undertake when he finally returns from Venice?

2. When Nella tells Johannes that she will miss him, he reminds her that she has which person for company?

3. Nella remarks that she wants to ask "so many questions" (259) about Marin's pregnancy, but she does not ask any for what reason?

4. Marin tells Nella that walking while pregnant feels like "bending over" (258) what object?

5. Johannes tells Nella that home is where what is?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the theme of transformation referenced in the scene after Rezeki's death?

2. What does Nella do as a sign of goodwill toward Johannes when he leaves for Venice and what is his reaction?

3. Why do Nella and Marin argue in Part Four: “Verkeerspel"?

4. What happens when the militia arrives in Part Three: "Horseshoe"?

5. What has changed about Marin's doll in Part Three: "No Anchor"? What does this foreshadow?

6. What two items does Nella say "beautifully define [Marin's] infuriating contradictions and what does Nella mean?

7. What does Marin say the truth is about Frans and her in the past in Part Four: “Verkeerspel"?

8. Where does Nella go in Part Four: "Spores"? Why?

9. What is the significance of the loaf of sugar that Agnes's doll holds in its hand?

10. What thought propels Nella to go out in the cold night to demand answers from the miniaturist?

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