VOICED: Iran cracks down on protesters after violence

The transcript discusses the aftermath of an Iranian election, where protests erupted due to allegations of vote rigging. Supporters of the defeated candidate, Mir Hossein Mousavi, accused the government of foul play. In response, Iranian security forces arrested over 100 people, including reformist leaders. The official results showed a significant victory for Ahmadinejad, which surprised many due to Mousavi's popularity in polls. The situation has led to deep divisions within the country, threatening its stability.

What sparked the protests mentioned in the first section?

• Natural disaster

• Foreign intervention

• Economic downturn

• Vote rigging allegations

Who was the main challenger in the election according to the second section?

• Mohammad Khatami

• Mir Hossein Mousavi

• Ali Khamenei

• Hassan Rouhani

What did Mir Hossein Mousavi claim about the election results?

• He was disqualified

• He won by a substantial margin

• He lost by a small margin

• He did not participate

What was the official percentage of votes received by Mousavi?

• 34%

• 50%

• 63%

• 75%

What is the main concern highlighted in the final section regarding Iran's future?

• Deep divisions threatening stability

• Technological advancements

• Economic growth

• International relations