Middle East - 04 Iranian - MCQs

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What was one of the main reasons behind the protests against Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in Iran during the 1970s?

  • Aspiring to be like his father
  • Imposing a ban on the veil
  • Favoring the establishment of a secular government
  • Embracing Western culture (correct)

Why did Reza Khan name himself Reza Shah Pahlavi when he established the new Pahlavi dynasty in Iran?

  • To align himself with Kemal Ataturk (correct)
  • To show his respect for traditional culture
  • To distinguish himself from previous rulers
  • To emphasize the secular nature of the new government

What was one of the consequences of Reza Shah's ban on the veil in Iran?

  • Christian and Jewish women embracing Western dress
  • A rise in conservative women leaving their homes
  • Women facing beatings and public humiliation (correct)
  • Increased suicide rates among women

What symbolic act did Reza Shah undertake to signify the break from the past and modernization of Persia?

<p>Renaming Persia as 'Iran' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Shah view the chador, veil, and hijab worn by Iranian women?

<p>As a sign of 'backwardness' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Nimtaj's title given by Reza Shah Pahlavi?

<p>Taj ol-Moluk (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did the first Queen in Iran after the Muslim conquest play regarding the ban of the veil?

<p>She popularized not being veiled in public by appearing without a veil on official occasions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons behind Reza Shah's ban on traditional Islamic clothing in favor of Western attire?

<p>To modernize the country and eliminate unsophisticated appearance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event significantly contributed to the gap between the wealthy and poor in Iran during the 1970s?

<p>Oil production profits and extravagant celebrations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What led to the revolution in Iran being seen as against Islamic values during the 1970s?

<p>The pressure to modernize the country. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was responsible for monitoring and enforcing the dress code and modernization laws in Iran?

<p>SAVAK (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Ayatollah Khomeini flee into exile starting in 1964?

<p>To avoid arrest due to his political views. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who assisted in establishing SAVAK, Iran's secret police and intelligence service?

<p>CIA and FBI (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event marked a turning point where religious opposition began leading the anti-Shah movement?

<p>Qom massacre (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did students in Qom explode into protests following an article published by the Information Minister?

<p>In response to slander against Ayatollah Khomeini. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Shah attempt to appease protesters after acknowledging their 'revolutionary message'?

<p>By initiating political reforms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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