How can I know which is my right side in the dark?

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A guest passing the night at the 'Mulla's house called out to him to give him the taper which was at his right side, as the night-light had gone out. Unto whom the 'Mulla' promptly answered, in a voice slightly roughened by irritation and sleep: "How can I know which is my right side in the dark?"

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