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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three: Chapters 43-53 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Hyeonseo says that "Any North Koreans found illegally in China" (101) were handled in what way?
(a) They were placed in Chinese detention centers.
(b) They were publicly executed.
(c) They were handed over to the Bowibu.
(d) They were placed in Chinese prisons.

2. For what reason is Uncle Opium protected from investigation?
(a) Because of his high songbun.
(b) Because he lives off the grid.
(c) Because his brother-in-law is related to the Kims.
(d) Because he is rich.

3. What does hyeon mean in Korean?
(a) Good fortune.
(b) Wealth.
(c) Smile.
(d) Sunshine.

4. Just before Hyesan disappears from Hyeonseo's view, she thinks of the love and trust in her mother's eyes as she had told Hyeonseo not to stay out too late. What is NOT one way Hyeonseo says she feels at this moment?
(a) Outsmarted.
(b) Guilty.
(c) Stupid.
(d) Selfish.

5. 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) Marry well.
(b) Be happy all her days.
(c) Have a long life.
(d) Rise to great prominence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What border was Hyeonseo's father crossing when he was arrested?

2. What type of music does Hyeonseo set as the incoming ring tone solely for when her mother and brother call her?

3. What was the title of Hyeonseo's favorite song and is also the title of Chapter 10 of her memoir?

4. In what year does Hyeonseo see a news story on television about North Koreans seeking political asylum at the South Korean embassy in Beijing?

5. After they leave Shenyang, what is the next destination to which Hyeonseo and her family travel on their way to South Korea?

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