Iran AP Comparative Government and Politics

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Which event is most directly associated with the establishment of the Islamic Republic of Iran? Options: The 1953 coup, The Constitutional Revolution, The 1979 Revolution, The Iran-Iraq War

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The 1979 Revolution

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Who was the leader of the 1979 Iranian Revolution?

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Ayatollah Khomeini

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What significant change was implemented by the 1979 Constitution of Iran?

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Introduction of Velayat-e Faqih (Guardianship of the Jurist)

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What triggered the 1953 coup in Iran? Options: The U.S. embassy hostage crisis, The overthrow of the Shah, Nationalization of the oil industry, Establishment of a theocratic state

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Nationalization of the oil industry

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Which international conflict heavily influenced Iranian national identity and mistrust of the West?

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Iran-Iraq War

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What is the highest authority in the Islamic Republic of Iran?

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The Supreme Leader

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Which body in Iran is responsible for selecting the Supreme Leader? Options: Expediency Council, Majles, Assembly of Experts, Guardian Council

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Assembly of Experts

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What is the main function of the Guardian Council?

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Vetting candidates and approving laws

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The Majles in Iran is best described as:

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The unicameral legislature

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Who appoints half of the Guardian Council members?

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The Supreme Leader