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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is NOT one of the items Kapuscinski has on his desk at the opening of the book?

2. What is the Savak concept of guilt and innocence?

3. Reza Khan was exiled to which city?

4. What aspect of modernization gives rise to the "petro-bourgeoisie"?

5. What relationship was Ali to the Prophet Mohammed?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe briefly the tactics and strategy of the Savak.

2. Describe the historical events that gave rise to the Shiite faith.

3. Characterize Reza Khan as a ruler. What were his goals as a ruler? How did he accomplish these goals?

4. What part does the mosque play in events leading up to the Iranian revolution?

5. What is the state of international tourism in Iran at the start of Shah and Shahs?

6. Around Kapuscinski's hotel, what is the state of the streets and of overall security and safety of citizens?

7. Describe the story of Agha Mohammed Khan. Why does Kapuscinski mention this event?

8. What effect does the immigration of foreigners during the Great Civilization have on the common Iranian people?

9. What effect does existing Iranian infrastructure have on Great Civilization initiatives?

10. Who were the petro-bourgeoisie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At one point in "Daguerreotypes," a publisher is demonstrated showing pride in the publication of a poem. Why was the publisher so prideful? Discuss the particulars of the poem and the environment of censorship in Iran at that time.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the basic philosophical differences between conservatism and liberalism. How was this debate/struggle manifest in the aftermath of the Iranian Revolution?

Essay Topic 3

Ayatollah Khomeini was a central figure of the Iranian revolution.

1) Explain Khomeini's biographical background, up until the revolution.

2) How does Khomeini live, and how is his standard of living essential to his message?

3) Describe Khomeini's message to Iranians. How did he want Iranians to live their life? What position did he take in regards to the Shah?

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