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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 traditional history book causes of revolution, according to Kapuscinski?

2. What kind of government do progressives wish to establish in Iran?

3. What date does Kapuscinski provide for the start date of the Iranian revolution?

4. The Savak conduct a raid on which location, resulting in the arrest of many students?

5. After Azari's beating, what powerful emotion grips him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is significant about the trip Kapuscinski makes in December 1978?

2. Why does Kapuscinski feels that Shah blundered in his response to unrest prior to the revolution?

3. What "two camps" does the Iranian revolution divide itself into?

4. Describe the incident in which Azari is beaten.

5. What does Azari learn about old acquaintances upon his 1977 return to Iran?

6. How does the local newspaper respond to the events surrounding Azari's beating?

7. Who is Razak? Describe his circumstances.

8. Why does Kapuscinski call revolution a drama?

9. What does Azari learn about his brother once he returns to Iran in 1977?

10. Describe the paranoid fit that Azari suffers.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the story of Mahmud Azari, as explained at the end of "Daguerreotypes." What are Azari's political leanings? Include discussion of the Iranian Writers' Association in your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Why is the date January 8, 1978 crucial to understanding the Iranian Revolution? Describe the lead-up to that date, what exactly occurred on that date, and the consequences that occurred afterward. How can January 8, 1978 be viewed as an important tipping point?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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