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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: The Greatest Nation on Earth, Chapters 10-12 and Part Two: To the Heart of the Dragon, Chapters 13-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Hyeonseo says that after a young woman does what in North Korean society, it can be hard for her to find a marriage match?
(a) Turns eighteen.
(b) Dates.
(c) Gets divorced.
(d) Becomes sexually active.

2. What location in Hyesan did Hyeonseo name as a "common site for public executions" (73)?
(a) The National Museum.
(b) The riverbank.
(c) The airport.
(d) The public square.

3. A bystander tells Hyeonseo's mother that the near-death experience is a good omen, for someone who survives a disaster at such a young age is sure to what?
(a) Have a long life.
(b) Marry well.
(c) Rise to great prominence.
(d) Be happy all her days.

4. At what age does Hyeonseo first visit South Korea?
(a) 28.
(b) 20.
(c) 32.
(d) 14.

5. What was the title of Hyeonseo's favorite song and is also the title of Chapter 10 of her memoir?
(a) Rocky Island.
(b) Jailhouse Rock.
(c) Come to Me.
(d) Gangnam Style.

Short Answer Questions

1. What aspect of Hyeonseo's mother's character does Hyeonseo say is unusual for a woman of high songbun?

2. What organization had Hyeonseo's grandmother joined at the age of 19?

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

4. With whom did Hyeonseo and Min-ho stay while their mother tended to their father in the Hyesan hospital?

5. Hyeonseo's first memory consists of almost dying in what way?

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