Context
Where is Persepolis set?
Iran
what's the authors name
Marjane Satripa
From what year did the Iran vs Iraq war start and end
1980-1988
1979
November 22 1969
What is the estimated number of deaths
1,000,000
how old was the author when the islamic revolution began?
10 years old
In which city did Satrapi grow up in?
Tehran, Iran
Why did the war begin?
disputes over the Shatt al-Arab waterway
when did major demonstrations begin
january 1978
Why does Satrapi return to Tehran to study?
In Austria, she felt culturally alienated and was experiencing personal struggles, specifically, substance use and homelessness.
How did the war end?
UN-brokered ceasefire
when was iran declared an islamic republic
by april 1, 1979
What themes does the author explore?
Satrapi's works explore themes of identity, culture
When did the Iraqi leader launch a surprise invasion?
Bonus points if you can name the leader
September 1980
Saddam Hussein