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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Dead Flame, pages 131 to 152.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is NOT one of the traditional history book causes of revolution, according to Kapuscinski?
(a) Poverty.
(b) Abuse.
(c) Oppression.
(d) The uncontrolled word.

2. What event starts the Iranian revolution?
(a) An unflattering article about Khomeini is printed in a newspaper.
(b) Children in the city of Kerman are blinded by the military.
(c) The Iranian Writers' Association holds a mass protest.
(d) Students are arrested in a raid.

3. Where do members of the Shah's retinue travel to on a regular basis to have lunch?
(a) Qom.
(b) Munich.
(c) Tabriz.
(d) Johannesburg.

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

5. According to Mr. Ferdousi, what has kept the Persian people alive and vibrant?
(a) Violence.
(b) The Shah.
(c) Spirituality.
(d) Concern for nature.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Shah Pahlavi's "first love" according to Kapuscinski?

2. Which religion is the state religion of Iran?

3. In which year was Reza Khan declared Shah by the parliament?

4. What major event happened to Shah Reza Pahlavi in 1949?

5. What is the occupation of Mr. Ferdousi?

(see the answer key)

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