One of the major factors contributing to the Iranian Revolution in 1979 was
A)popular dissatisfaction with the extent of foreign influence over the Iranian government
B)lack of economic reform
C)a political system that granted citizens extreme freedom
D)the lack of effort to improve infrastructure

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The popular dissatisfaction with the extent of foreign influence over the Iranian government played a significant role in the Iranian Revolution of 1979. The Shah, Iran's monarch, had developed close ties with the United States, particularly during the Nixon administration, which had led to economic growth and modernization in Iran. However, this also led to a rise in foreign influence that many Iranians saw as a threat to their national identity and sovereignty. This led to widespread protests, strikes, and eventually, the overthrow of the Shah and the establishment of an Islamic Republic in Iran.

One of the Major Factors Contributing to the Iranian Revolution