Love Enough Study Guide

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Girl in Hyacinth Blue

"Love Enough"

Questions need to be filled out in detail. You will need these questions when answering essay questions about the book. If you need more room, use another sheet of paper.

Where do the speaker and Cornelius Engelbrecht work? What do each of the men do?

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What were Dean Merrill’s last words? What do the words mean to you?

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How many paintings did Vermeer paint? ________________________________

What happened to much of the Jewish art during WWII?

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How did possessing the painting impact Engelbrecht’s life? Think about his behavior, relationships, personality, etc.

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On p. 23, Engelbrecht "looked up, saw the life in the girl’s eyes, and wished—no, longed for someone, Richard, anyone to enjoy the painting with him." Does one need another person to share art with? Can art be appreciated alone? Explain.

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Explain why you believe Engelbrecht touched the painting.

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Reread the trial record on p. 27: "The legal responsibilty…" Do you agree with this statement? Explain.

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Reread p.32. Can you truly love art? How? Why?

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Summarize and clarify Engelbrcht’s thoughts as he struggles with his decision of what to do with the painting.

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