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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Dead Flame, pages 116 to 131.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which city did Shah Agha Mohammed Khan famously order a massacre for?
(a) Tabriz.
(b) Qom.
(c) Teheran.
(d) Kerman.

2. Why was the Iranian Writers' Association dissolved?
(a) It was deemed a dangerous exchange of ideas.
(b) It did not apply for a business license in order to protest the Shah's regime.
(c) It was never dissolved.
(d) Lack of interest.

3. Why did people riot in Qom?
(a) Local officials poisoned the water.
(b) A newspaper published an article critical of Khomeini.
(c) Khomeini was arrested.
(d) Excessive taxation.

4. What date does Kapuscinski provide for the start date of the Iranian revolution?
(a) September 4, 1977.
(b) January 8, 1978.
(c) October 7, 1982.
(d) December 22, 1974.

5. Why are revolutions rare, according to Kapuscinski?
(a) Dictators have become very good at stopping them before they start.
(b) Revolutions are actually common, but the media fails to report on them.
(c) Humans avoid that which is uncomfortable.
(d) It takes a great deal of death to move humanity to action.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Shah Pahlavi pander to religious elements in Iran prior to retaking the throne from Mossadegh?

2. What event starts the Iranian revolution?

3. According to Kapuscinski, most Shahs in Iran's history have suffered what fate?

4. How does Shah Pahlavi demonstrate his love for the military and weapons?

5. What country is Kapuscinski in at the beginning of the book?

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