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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. Who did Reza Khan root for in World War II?

2. What was Ali's fate?

3. What are name for Shiite religious leaders?

4. How can Doctor Mossadegh's political philosophy best be described?

5. What does the name Mahdi mean?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Who were the petro-bourgeoisie?

3. On the television in "Cards, Faces, Fields of Flowers," what is Khomeini preaching? What is his message?

4. What is Qom, and how is it associated with Ayatollah Khomeini?

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

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

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

8. What event causes Khomeini to call for the Shah to step down as leader? What do Khomeini and others like him think of Shah Pahlavi?

9. Describe the physical/personality differences between Reza Khan and Mohammed Reza Pahlavi as Kapuscinski sees them.

10. For Kapuscinski, what does oil represent in Middle Eastern nations? Why does he call the allure of oil deceptive?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In your own words, describe why the Great Civilization was not a success. Include a discussion of economics, infrastructure, manpower, and attitudes at various strata of society.

Essay Topic 2

Who were the Savak? Describe their organizational structure and purpose. What tactics did they use to accomplish their aims? List specific tactics.

Essay Topic 3

Widespread television was a relatively new phenomenon in Iran at the time of the revolution. How did pro-revolutionary forces use television to aid their cause? Describe the television films produced during this time and their effect on the populace.

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