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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which country earned the nickname of "the great Satan" (262) after Khomeini's ascent to power?
(a) The United States.
(b) Iran.
(c) Kurdistan.
(d) Iraq.

2. In what location did Kimiâ hide when she saw "dozens of armed soldiers" (181) flow into the courtyard outside her family's apartment?
(a) In a shed.
(b) A neighbor's apartment.
(c) On the roof.
(d) Up in a tree.

3. What adjective does Kimiâ use to describe her teenage hips?
(a) Narrow.
(b) Wide.
(c) Straight.
(d) Sensual.

4. How many of the two most valued physical characteristics in the Sadr family does Kimiâ claim to exhibit?
(a) 2.
(b) 1 and a half.
(c) 0.
(d) 1.

5. What does Kimiâ's blue-and-white striped tee shirt symbolize within the narrative?
(a) Childishness.
(b) Rage.
(c) Authenticity.
(d) Innocence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color were Montazemolmolk's eyes, according to Kimiâ?

2. For how many years did Sara work on a book about her family's experiences before the book was complete?

3. Kimiâ states, "People always think hard times bring you closer together, but that's not the case with" (264) what?

4. What does Anna do when she finds out that Kimiâ is pregnant?

5. To what location did Kimiâ go directly after being chastised by a particular family member in Side A: Chapter 10?

Short Essay Questions

1. What change does Sara undergo during the transition from summer to fall in Side B: Chapter 2?

2. Compare Mina's reaction with Leïli's reaction as they both struggle to adapt to a whole new life in France.

3. In what ways do the themes of danger and courage come together within Darius's decision to write a particular letter?

4. For what purpose does Djavadi weave the music motif into the footnote for the title page of Side B?

5. What clues does Djavadi provide that suggest dangerous conditions for the Sadr family, even after they reach France?

6. What does Kimiâ name as her "only country" and her "only homeland" (267) during her teens?

7. What is Kimiâ's secret reason for taking up the hobby of swimming?

8. What four-year endeavor does Sara undertake once the Sadr family is forced to flee to Paris and why does Kimia feel guilty in relation to Sara's endeavor?

9. How does the narration that begins Side B: Chapter 1 differ from the narration provided within Side A?

10. What event does Kimiâ associate with the "the day [Sara and Darius] became part of the political opposition" (167)?

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