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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. When the Fishers first arrive in the marketplace, how are they treated?
(a) Suspiciously.
(b) Coldly.
(c) All of these answers are correct.
(d) Rudely.

2. When they are young, what does Clara tell Iris is the only thing that makes her happy?
(a) Learning English from Iris.
(b) Listening to her father play the piano.
(c) Being alone in her room.
(d) Spending time in her private garden.

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

4. What prompts Iris to try to get Clara out of the house in Chapter 2?
(a) Margarethe demands that Iris take Clara to the marketplace.
(b) Henrika finally gives her permission.
(c) Henrika is bedridden and won't be able to see them leave.
(d) Clara decides to ignore her mother's wishes and just walk out the front door.

5. How is Margarethe initially described in the novel?
(a) As silent and strong.
(b) As stubborn and rude.
(c) As strict and careworn.
(d) As optimistic and kind.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the successful unveiling of the painting of Clara, what does Margarethe ask Mr. van den Meer for?

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

3. What is the financial situation of the van den Meers when the Fishers move in with them?

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

5. What do Caspar and Iris both believe lives in the highest part of the van den Meers' house?

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