Plot and Characters
What did Marji believe she was as a child?
A prophet
What year did the Iranian Revolution Occur?
1979
What theme is shown through Marji’s refusal to follow rules?
Rebellion
“Freedom has a ___.”
Price
Where did Marji’s family vacation?
Spain and Italy
Who was Marji’s beloved uncle executed by the regime?
Anoosh
Which country went to war with Iran?
Iraq
What theme is shown through clothing restrictions?
Gender Roles
What does the quote "Freedom has a __ " suggest about Freedom?
It requires sacrifice
What kind of book is Persepolis?
A graphic novel
Why did Mehri’s relationship end?
Her boyfriend discovered she was a maid
What embassy was taken over during the revolution?
U.S.
What theme is shown through punk music and Western items?
Western cultural influence
How does Marji view heroes early in the book?
As idealized figures
What music genre influences Marji?
Punk
Who hides Niloufar?
Marji’s family
What war is happening during most of the story?
Iran and Iraq War
What theme is shown through war and loss?
Social Injustice
How does her view of heroes change?
She realizes reality is more complex
What happens if people are caught breaking strict laws?
Punishment or jail
What major change happens to Marji at the end of the book?
She leaves Iran
What happened to political prisoners under the regime?
What major theme is shown through Marji growing up?
Coming of Age
What does the book say about blind nationalism?
It can be dangerous
What sect of Islam does the Iranian people follow
Shiaism