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1
According to Henry Precht, why did the Shah purchase excessive military hardware from the U.S.?
As gifts for other nations
Because of his fascination with military technology
Out of fear of an impending war
For the defense against insurgent groups
2
What was the primary reason President Donald Trump gave for exiting the Iran nuclear deal in 2018?
At the request of Israel.
Fluctuations in global oil prices.
The declining value of Iran's currency, the Rial.
CIA evidence suggesting non-compliance by Iran.
3
Why did Iranians take Americans hostage when storming the US Embassy
They wanted the Shah returned to face charges of treason
They were frustrated with how we handled 9/11
Nothing but malice
They felt America was going to invade them
4
The Shah fled to the United States.
True
False
5
How much has Iran contributed to terrorist organizations like Al-Quada?
$100 million dollars
$40 million dollars
$15 million dollars
$400 million dollars
6
What fueled Iranian anger post-WWII regarding the oil profits?
All profits were reinvested into Iranian infrastructure
The Iranian government made more than BP
BP kept the majority of the profit, gave little to the Iranian government
BP made very little profit
7
During the Islamic Revolution, the US Embassy was stormed. How many hostage were taken and for how long?
22 hostages & 444 days
22 hostages & 25 days
30 hostages & 200 days
66 hostages & 444 days
8
With the assistance of US military resources Iran killed around 100,000 Iraqi troops during the Iraq-Iran War.
False
True
9
Reza Pahlavi, who came to power in Iran after the CIA overthrew the democratically elected leader, is the ___ of Iran.
Shah
Czar
King
Prince
10
Looking at present day, what is the focus of Iran?
Maintaining a steady oil reserve
Nuclear weapons & nuclear energy
Increase oil sales around the world
Nuclear weapons
11
After the U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear deal in 2018, what significant threat did Iran make?
To form a closer alliance with Russia.
To close the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil shipments.
To resume uranium enrichment and potential weapon development.
To launch direct attacks on European capitals.
12
Why did the CIA get involved in the coup against Mossadegh?
Mossadegh had threatened to attack the US
They wanted direct control over Iranian oil
They wanted to strengthen their relationship with the UK
Feared Iran turning into a communist country and a potential shift in oil.
13
By the late 2000s, intelligence suggested that Iran could potentially develop a nuclear weapon within how many years?
The timeframe was undetermined.
Less than a year.
Within a period of 3 to 5 years.
Over a decade.
14
Why did Iran agree to 2014 negotiations?
Economic pressures.
Oil demand.
Military threat.
To join the UN.
15
What was the result of President Carter's "Operation Eagle Claw"?
A temporary ceasefire
A diplomatic breakthrough
A complete failure, resulting in the death of eight American servicemen
Successful rescue of all hostages
16
What cultural influence did the Shah promote in Iran?
Russian
Western
African
Traditional Iranian
17
How did female hostages in the Iranian hostage crisis report they were treated compared to male hostages?
They were not mentioned
With respect
Equally as poorly as male hostages
Worse than the male hostages
18
What are Sanctions?
The preperation for war.
Give official permission or approval of a specific countries military
Give official permission or approval of trade with a specific country.
Canceling all communication with a country.
19
What percentage of Iranian adults were illiterate during the Shah's rule, as reported in the Harvard University article?
60%
40%
20%
80%
20
During the time of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi Iran’s economy began to grow as well, thanks to...
Doorknobs...
Western Investers & Iranian entrepreneurs
The economy did not begin to grow under this new Shah.
Western Engineering & Iranian Technology
21
Oil was discovered in Iran just before World War II broke out.
True
False
22
How did the Shah's economic policies impact the wealth distribution in Iran?
Iran became one of the world's most unequal societies.
Iran became one of the world's most equal societies.
He eradicated poverty.
He narrowed the wealth gap.
23
Iran's unemployment rate is just below 10%
True
False
24
What did Iranian students face under the Shah if they opposed his rule or policies?
Financial support for their education.
Encouragement to engage in constructive debates.
Freedom of expression and support.
Torture, deportation, or being silenced.
25
Which President decided to withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal in 2018?
Emmanuel Macron of France
Angela Merkel of Germany
Donald Trump
Barack Obama
26
Who threatened to "wipe Israel off the map"?
George W. Bush
Kim Jong Un of North Korea
President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Ayatollah Khomeini
27
Which organization, set up with the help of the CIA, was responsible for torturing those who opposed the Shah?
SIS
KGB
SAVAK
MI6
28
Religious leader played a pivotal role in the Iranian revolution and called for an "Islamic Revolution and Government"?
Hassan Rouhani
Ayatollah Khomeini
Osama bin Laden
Imam Malik
29
What is an accurate statement from a former Irianian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
"Wipe American off the map"
"We need peace between us and Israel"
"Wipe Israel off the map"
"Both sides have done wrong"
30
Dr. Mohammad Mossadegh's popularity soared after?
He formed an alliance with the US
He demanded the exit of the British and the removal of the Oil Company
He allowed British control of oil
He agreed to the British 50-50 split proposal
31
What prompted the United States and its allies to implement punitive laws against Iran during this period?
A desire to control Iran’s oil market
An attempt to curb Iran’s cultural influence in the West
Intelligence said Iran provided support to al-Qaeda and other terror groups
oncern over Iran's nuclear ambitions
32
On which significant day were the American hostages released from Iran?
The start of the Iranian New Year
Independence Day
The day of Ronald Reagan’s inauguration as U.S. President
The anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
33
There was a disagreement about how to split the profits from sales of Iran's oil between Britain and the United States?
Great Britain and the United States agreed to split the oil sales of Iran.
Great Britain and United States are not part of the "West"
They wanted to overthrow Iran's only democratically elected leader.
Doorknob...
34
What was the primary purpose, as claimed by the Iranian government, behind building nuclear facilities?
For military and defense capabilities.
For medical research and treatments.
To sell nuclear technology to North Korea.
For civilian electricity production.
35
Which countries were named in President George W. Bush's "Axis of Evil" during his 2002 speech to Congress?
Iraq, North Korea, Iran
Libya, Iran, China
Iraq, Libya, Syria
Iran, Syria, Afghanistan
36
What promises did the British make to Iranians during WWII in exchange for oil access?
Forming an alliance against the Soviet Union
Building infrastructure like roads, railroads, ports, and hiring Iranians
Introducing English as the official language of Iran
Only to give profits to the Shah
37
Land was offered to the British at a price of $25,000 from Iran, allowing them to explore the land.
True
False
38
Why did the Shah leave Iran in 1979?
To negotiate oil prices with other nations
To escape potential imprisonment or harm due to uprising
For a vacation
To attend an international summit
39
Which of the following best describes the Shah's lifestyle?
Completely traditional with no western influence.
Lived as an ordinary Iranian without luxuries.
Lavish with multiple residences and extravagant dinners.
Modest and restrained.
40
What is not part of the Middle East?
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
Iraq
Syria
41
Great Britain's takeover of Iran and Britian decided to set-up a company that would extract oil from Iran.
True
False
42
Why was a large military force maintained by the Shah?
To help in foreign wars.
For parades and ceremonies.
To suppress internal opposition and protests.
To deter foreign invasion.
43
During Shah Reza Pahlavi provided many rights for Irainians, what NOT one of them?
Clothing restrictions eased
Womans ability to vote
Land was given to everyone
Separation of church and state
