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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three: Chapters 43-53 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What document does a North Korean citizen need in order to even leave their local county?
(a) A travel permit.
(b) A North Korean ID.
(c) A summons from the government.
(d) A work permit.

2. Whom does Hyeonseo mentally thank for forcing her to learn Chinese characters once it is clear she must stay in China long-term?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Mr. Ahn.
(d) Her mother.

3. At what location do Hyeonseo and her family meet Reverend Kim's broker?
(a) At the Kunming market.
(b) At the Kunming library.
(c) At the Kunming bus station.
(d) At the Kunming airport.

4. Why does Hyeonseo not start kindergarten in Hyesan as she had thought she would?
(a) Her father's job is transferred to a new city.
(b) The family's house burns down and they are relocated to a new city.
(c) Her mother's job is transferred to a new city.
(d) Her mother decides to teach her at home.

5. What form of currency does Hyeonseo say is required for bribes and for the purchase of black market goods?
(a) Foreign cash.
(b) The Korean won.
(c) Travelers' checks.
(d) Precious metals.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hyeonseo have to do while her Uncle Jong-gil and Aunt Sang-hee are at work?

2. Which police force captures Hyeonseo's mother and brother after they part ways with Hyeonseo?

3. At the time of her writing, how many years ago does Hyeonseo say North Korea had been created?

4. What item does Mr. Ahn buy for Hyeonseo in an attempt to make her "look more Chinese" (102)?

5. What job does Hyeonseo perform within her role at the cosmetics company in the Mihang district?

(see the answer key)

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