Intro to Persepolis

What was Iran known as before 1935?

• Turkey

• Mongolia

• Persia

• Constantinople

What resource does Iran have that other countries want?

• Precious Metals

• Oil

• Precious Gems

• Coal

Which countries/empires have invaded or tried to control Iran over the centuries?

Check all that apply

• Mongolia

• Turkey

• Greece

• Great Britain

What can we assume about Marjane Satrapi's purpose for writing Persepolis?

• She wanted to tell a fun, entertaining story about her childhood.

• She wanted to persuade people to visit Iran and see its beauty for themselves.

• She wanted to inform people about a complex history and country.

What is the main reason why Marjane and her classmates did not want to wear the veil?

• They did not understand why they had to wear it.

• They thought it was hot and uncomfortable.

• They did not like the way they looked wearing it.

• They did not know how to wear it correctly.

Why did Iran shut down Bilingual schools and introduce their new system?

• They wanted to increase test scores.

• They wanted to decrease crime.

• They wanted to increase graduation rates.

• They wanted to decrease western influence.

What was Marjane's mom protesting, and what was she afraid of?

• She was protesting the veil, and she was afraid of recognition and retaliation.

• She was protesting western culture, and she was afraid of being made fun of.

• She was protesting the Shah, and she was afraid of being imprisoned.

What does this panel suggest about Marjane's feelings towards religion?

• It suggests a character vs character conflict between Marjane and her parents.

• It suggests a character vs technology conflict between new ideas and tradition.

• It suggests an internal conflict between personal and family beliefs.

Why did Marjane want to be a prophet?

Check all that apply.

• The Satrapi's maid did not eat with them.

• Marjane's grandfather was a prince.

• Marjane's dad had a Cadillac.

• Marjane's grandma's knees always ached.

What was Marjane aspiring to be in Chapter 2?

• A revolutionary family friend

• Her grandfather

• A Marxist (communist) revolutionary

• A famous female martyr in Iran