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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. Which character did Leila see when she looked into the mirror on her wedding day?
(a) D/Ali.
(b) Binnaz.
(c) Her elderly self.
(d) Her younger self.

2. How old was Leila when Uncle began to sexually abuse her?
(a) 10.
(b) 6.
(c) 8.
(d) 12.

3. It is revealed in the chapter entitled "Ten Minutes" that Humeyra made her living working at what type of establishment?
(a) A brothel.
(b) A restaurant.
(c) A bookstore.
(d) A pharmacy.

4. How many miles away from Istanbul is the historic city of Van, where Leila's parents live?
(a) 250.
(b) 500.
(c) 1,000.
(d) 100.

5. In the chapter entitled "Ten Minutes Twenty Seconds," Leila remembers which type of sensory input associated with a wedding cake?
(a) Smell.
(b) Taste.
(c) Sight.
(d) Touch.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What occupation did Sinan's father hold at the time of his death?

4. What name did Leila use when referring to Binnaz?

5. The second time Leila meets Nalan, what change has occurred since their last meeting?

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