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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: To the Heart of the Dragon, Chapters 19-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who are the bowibu?
(a) Secret police in North Korea.
(b) Secret police in South Korea.
(c) Secret police in North Korea.
(d) Secret police in Laos.

2. What item does Mr. Ahn buy for Hyeonseo in an attempt to make her "look more Chinese" (102)?
(a) A vest.
(b) A coat.
(c) A hat.
(d) A sweatshirt.

3. What key word does Hyeonseo tell herself when she is trying to make it through her interrogation successfully?
(a) Mother.
(b) Focus.
(c) Relax.
(d) Family.

4. On what instrument did Hyeonseo teach herself to play her favorite song?
(a) The samisen.
(b) The violin.
(c) The xylophone.
(d) The accordion.

5. What job does Hyeonso take after escaping from the men's salon?
(a) Housekeeper.
(b) Administrative assistant.
(c) Waitress.
(d) Receptionist.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many broad categories exist within the caste system of songbun?

2. Only members of which class are allowed to live in Pyongyang?

3. At what age does Hyeonseo witness her first public execution?

4. What punishment does Hyeonseo impose on herself for hurting Geun-soo?

5. What aspect of the songbun system is kept secret from those residing within its levels?

(see the answer key)

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