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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. Haroun told many people he was going to have how many sons?
(a) 10.
(b) 3.
(c) 4.
(d) 6.

2. Two minutes after Leila's heart stops beating, she recalls which two very different flavors?
(a) Lemon and sugar.
(b) Salt and caramel.
(c) Molasses and lemon.
(d) Licorice and lime.

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

4. What thought caused Leila to feel a sense of gloom descend upon her during the wedding reception?
(a) The thought that Suzan may not be her real mother.
(b) The thought that her abuser was having a wonderful time.
(c) The thought that she would never wear a gown like the bride's.
(d) The thought that the party would go on for many more hours.

5. What color was the car driven by the two men who picked up Leila shortly after she left the Intercontinental Hotel?
(a) Black.
(b) Blue.
(c) Silver.
(d) Red.

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. With what sensory detail does Elif Shafak begin the chapter "Eight Minutes" within Part One?

3. What color sequined dress did Bitter Ma tell Leila to wear to the Intercontinental Hotel on the night of her death?

4. Who strongly disapproved of the dancing taking place at the wedding depicted in "Six Minutes"?

5. In the chapter entitled "Five Minutes," Leila recalls the birth of which character?

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