Question 1

Iran's heritage gives it a national identity distinct from the Arab and Turkish world.  This heritage is best described as

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The term "Persian" best describes Iran's heritage and national identity, distinguishing it from the Arab and Turkish world. This is because the Persian Empire's history and culture have significantly shaped modern Iran's identity, language, and cultural practices.

Question 2

The White Revolution was a(n)

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The White Revolution was an initiative launched by Muhammad Reza Shah to modernize and westernize Iran, including land reform and the promotion of industrial growth.

Question 3

The Constitutional Revolution was important because it

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The Constitutional Revolution in Iran, which took place between 1905 and 1911, was significant because it introduced modern governmental features such as elections and the establishment of a national assembly, marking a move towards a more democratic form of governance.

Question 4

The leader of the Islamic Revolution was

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Ayatollah Khomeini was the leader of the Islamic Revolution in Iran in 1979, which led to the overthrow of the Shah and the establishment of an Islamic Republic.

Question 5

Khomeini's version of Shi'ism is best labeled as

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The answer of Khomeini's version of Shi'ism is best labeled...

Question 6

Iranian president Rouhani won the presidency in 2013 running on a platform promising to

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Rouhani's campaign focused on economic reform and strengthening the rule of law, aiming to improve Iran's economy and international relations.

Question 7

The authority of clerics in the Iranian theocratic political system comes from

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Clerics in the Iranian theocratic political system derive their authority from their extensive scholarly knowledge of religious scriptures and Islamic law, rather than direct communication with God, lineage, or solely the Quran or historical precedence.

Question 8

The position of Iran's liberal president Khatami was undermined by __________, which paved the way for the electoral victory of ultraconservative Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

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D) U.S. president George Bush's hardline actions toward Iran, including his support for regime change, played a significant role in undermining the position of Iran's liberal president Khatami. This environment of external pressure and hostility contributed to the political climate that favored the rise of ultraconservative Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Question 9

The two dynasties most responsible for the dominance of Shi'i Islam in Iran include the ___________ who were responsible for converting the majority of the population and the __________ who were responsible for making it the country's state religion.

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The Safavids were instrumental in converting Iran's majority to Shi'i Islam during the 16th century, while the Qajars, ruling from the late 18th to the early 20th century, solidified its status as the state religion.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about nuclear power and Iran is NOT true?

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The Obama Administration, in fact, engaged in negotiations that led to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in 2015, which allowed Iran to enrich uranium under strict limitations and oversight, contrary to the claim in option B.

Question 11

A country that earns much of its revenue by exporting raw materials, such as oil, or leasing out natural resources to foreign companies is known as

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A rentier state is one that derives a significant portion of its national revenue from the rent of its natural resources to external clients. This term is often used to describe countries with abundant oil reserves that lease access to these resources to foreign companies, thereby earning substantial income without the need for a diversified economy.

Question 12

Muhammad Reza Shah Pahlavi was installed with absolute power in 1953

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The answer of Muhammad Reza Shah Pahlavi was installed with...

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a factor that helped Iran's clerics consolidate power in Iran after the revolution?

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The answer of Which of the following is NOT a...

Question 14

Which of the following was NOT a policy pursued by Khomeini, which had the effect of isolating Iran from the Western world?

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Khomeini did not launch the Iran-Iraq War; it was Saddam Hussein of Iraq who initiated the conflict by invading Iran in 1980.

Question 15

Iran's first highly centralized state with a standing army and a large administrative bureaucracy was established by

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The answer of Iran's first highly centralized state with a...

Question 16

_________ is Islamic religious law based on the Qur'an, the teachings of the Prophet, and, for Shi'is, on the teaching of the Twelve Imams.

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Shari'a is the Islamic religious law derived from the Qur'an and the Hadiths, which are the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad. For Shi'a Muslims, it also includes teachings from the Twelve Imams.

Question 17

The primary difference between Sunni and Shi'i Islam is

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The primary difference between Sunni and Shi'i Islam lies in their beliefs about who should have succeeded the Prophet Mohammad following his death. Sunnis believe that the Prophet Muhammad's successor should be elected from among his closest companions, while Shi'is hold that his successor should come from his direct family line, specifically his cousin and son-in-law, Ali.

Question 18

The _____________ was created by the Shah to create an organizational link between his government and the Iranian population, especially the bazaars, who had managed to escape direct governmental control.

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The Resurgence Party (Hezb-e Rastakhiz) was established by Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in 1975 as a single political party system in Iran, aiming to consolidate political support and create a direct organizational link between his government and various sectors of the Iranian population, including the bazaars.

Question 19

Iran's theocratic constitution following the Islamic Revolution was

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The constitution following the Islamic Revolution in Iran was indeed submitted to a popular vote, reflecting Ayatollah Khomeini's approach to legitimizing the Islamic Republic's foundational laws through public endorsement.

Question 20

Which of the following was NOT a factor that led to the Shah's fall from power?

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The fall of the Shah of Iran was not precipitated by a military coup. Instead, it was the result of a combination of economic issues, public discontent, desertions from the armed forces, international human rights pressures, and widespread strikes, among other factors.

Quiz 14: Iran

Iran's heritage gives it a national identity distinct from the Arab and Turkish world. This heritage is best described as