13.2 Iran: Institutions of Government

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How does the Iranian constitution create a system where clerics run the government and share some power with elected officials?

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By establishing a theocratic republic where the Supreme Leader holds ultimate authority.

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What best describes role(s) of Iran’s supreme leader?

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The executive who is a cleric and the most powerful person in Iran

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Which of the following best describes the difference between unelected and elected institutions of government in Iran?

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Unelected institutions hold more power and influence than elected ones.

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What are the functions and powers of the Guardian Council and Expediency Council?

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The Guardian Council oversees elections and interprets the constitution, while the Expediency Council resolves disputes between the parliament and the Guardian Council.

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What is one of the main functions of the president in Iran?

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To lead the executive branch of government

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What is the function and powers of the Majles, Iran’s unicameral legislature?

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It enacts legislation, approves the budget, and oversees the executive.

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The Assembly of Experts is responsible for which of the following roles? Electing the President of Iran, Drafting the national budget, Appointing and overseeing the Supreme Leader, Legislating national laws

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Appointing and overseeing the Supreme Leader

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Which is one of the roles of the Supreme Leader in Iran?

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Commander-in-chief of the armed forces

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What powers does the supreme leader in Iran have?

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All of the above

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Who was selected as the new supreme leader upon Khomeini's death?

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Ali Khamenei