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What was Calder's excuse to go upstairs to look for the stolen painting?

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He said he needed to use the bathroom.

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Which three cities were the letters mailed from to the Chicago Tribune?

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New York, Florence, and Amsterdam.

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Where did Petra believe the painting was kept?

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In something wooden.

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Why did Petra write a note to Calder in class?

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To tell him the letter Ms. Hussey was describing sounded a lot like the letter she found in Calder's garden.

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What did the art thief do to involve the public in discovering the truth about Vermeer's paintings?

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Kept sending messages to the newspaper.

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What is the significance of the letters sent to the Chicago Tribune in the story?

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They provide clues and engage the public in the mystery.

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How does Calder's character contribute to the investigation of the stolen painting?

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He uses his intelligence and creativity to find clues.

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What role does Petra play in the story regarding the stolen painting?

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She collaborates with Calder and shares important information.

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What does the wooden object symbolize in the context of the painting's hiding place?

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It represents secrecy and the idea of hidden treasures.

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How does the author create suspense in the chapters?

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By revealing clues gradually and involving the characters in a mystery.