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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Side A: Chapters 8-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From a young age, Kimiâ had been sure that she was a what?
(a) A girl.
(b) A boy.
(c) A future doctor.
(d) A sea creature.

2. What is the meaning of the Persian phrase "Amou Djan" (55)?
(a) Please do.
(b) So sorry.
(c) Thank you.
(d) Dear Uncle.

3. Which character watched as Darius walked toward the mailbox to send his letter in Side A: Chapter 8?
(a) Uncle Number Two.
(b) Kimiâ.
(c) Emma.
(d) Sara.

4. What adjective does Kimiâ use to describe the nature of memory?
(a) Strange.
(b) Hazy.
(c) Distant.
(d) Imprecise.

5. Kimiâ compares the process of exile to what biological process?
(a) Giving birth.
(b) Going through puberty.
(c) Being born.
(d) Dying.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of engagement keeps Pierre from being able to accompany Kimiâ to a particular wing of the hospital?

2. What term is NOT used to explain a certain character's aversion to escalators?

3. What emotion had Darius felt about Kimiâ's childhood behavior not aligned with prescribed gender norms in Iran?

4. What items does Emma use to predict the future, a time-honored tradition that has been passed down through generations?

5. What activity does Kimiâ NOT mention as one of her favorite childhood activities?

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