Before the Revolution
During the Revolution
After the Revolution
100
What was the primary religion before the islamic revolution?
Islam
100
What were the girls supposed to wear over their heads during school, at the time of the Islamic Revolution?
A veil
100
What is the primary religion in Iran today?
Islam
200
Who was the leader of Iran before the Islamic Revolution?
Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
200
What was common punishment for protestors of the Shah during the revolution?
They were often sent to prison and tortured, or killed.
200
What is the aspect of women's life that has been on decline since the revolution?
Employment
300
What was the normal attire for men before the Islamic Revolution?
Short sleeved shirts, shorts or pants, of various colors
300
Who were people allowed to marry during the time of the revolution?
People of their same social class
300
What is the primary concern leaders of the Islamic Republic have about allowing women to have equality in the workforce?
Female modesty
400
What was the Iranian view on women before the Islamic Revolution.
Women were considered a large part of the family, but did not have any say in public.
400
What was the main grievance of the Iranian people during the revolution?
The Shah trying to westernize their culture
400
How do the emotional roles of men in Iran differ from the emotional roles of men in America?
In Iran it is expected for men to be emotionally sensitive, artistic, and fashionable, while in America, these are usually viewed as feminine roles.
500
Who was the considered the top of the social classes before the Islamic Revolution?
Politicians, and religious figures
500
What rights were women fighting for during the Islamic Revolution?
Equality with men
500
Who became the supreme leader of Iran after the Shah left in 1979?
Ayatollah Khomeini
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