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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: The Mind, “Eight Minutes” - “Remaining Eight Seconds”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Leila's biological mother when she gave birth to Leila?
(a) 22.
(b) 26.
(c) 30.
(d) 19.

2. In what type of periodical did Leila and Sinan first see a hula hoop?
(a) A magazine.
(b) A newspaper.
(c) A pamphlet.
(d) A book.

3. The memory of what taste is associated with the chapter called "Ten Minutes Thirty Seconds"?
(a) Single malt whiskey.
(b) Lemon.
(c) Cardamom.
(d) Goat stew.

4. At what sort of facility was the wedding reception depicted in "Six Minutes" held?
(a) A church.
(b) A mosque.
(c) A hotel.
(d) A synagogue.

5. Who strongly disapproved of the dancing taking place at the wedding depicted in "Six Minutes"?
(a) The Lady Pharmacist.
(b) Haroun.
(c) Suzan.
(d) Uncle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color belt is said to be "a symbol and declaration of chastity" (92) and is therefore worn by many Turkish brides?

2. What type of food is featured as part of Leila's final memory?

3. When Leila sneaked a hula hoop into her home, she practiced in the bathroom while imitating which singer?

4. What is NOT mentioned within descriptions of the annual birthday parties Leila's five friends threw for her?

5. Two minutes after Leila's heart stops beating, she recalls which two very different flavors?

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