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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: The Body, “Karma” - Part Three: The Soul, “The Blue Betta Fish”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what country does the narrative of 10 Seconds 38 Minutes in This Strange World take place?
(a) Kurdistan.
(b) Afghanistan.
(c) Iran.
(d) Turkey.

2. What color belt is said to be "a symbol and declaration of chastity" (92) and is therefore worn by many Turkish brides?
(a) Black.
(b) Blue.
(c) White.
(d) Red.

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

4. On average, how many people die in Istanbul every year, according to the narrator, though only 120 of them each year are buried at the Cemetery for the Companionless?
(a) 5, 000.
(b) 20, 000.
(c) 80, 000.
(d) 55, 000.

5. How old was Uncle when he returned from the Korean War and began to sexually abuse Leila?
(a) 52.
(b) 22.
(c) 43.
(d) 35.

Short Answer Questions

1. Leila ran away from her family's home in Van forever during what event?

2. Which character brings up the notion of karma within the chapter entitled "Karma"?

3. How did the soldiers escape from the attack launched by protesters in Istanbul?

4. How did Leila react when Binnaz again mentioned their shared secret for the first time in over a year?

5. What color was the car driven by the two men who picked up Leila shortly after she left the Intercontinental Hotel?

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