Persepolis: Chapters 1-4

What is the setting of Persepolis in chapters 1-4?

• Iran during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War

• United States during the Civil War

• China during the Ming Dynasty

• France during the Renaissance

Who is the main character in Persepolis?

• Fatima Ali

• Amir Hossain

• Ali Reza

• Marjane Satrapi

What is the significance of the title 'Persepolis'?

• The significance of the title 'Persepolis' lies in its connection to the historical and cultural context of the story.

• The significance of the title 'Persepolis' is related to a famous battle in the story

• The significance of the title 'Persepolis' is about a modern city in the story

• The significance of the title 'Persepolis' is related to a fictional character in the story

What is the political climate in Iran during the time period of chapters 1-4?

• Authoritarian rule under the Pahlavi dynasty with a focus on modernization and secularization.

• Democratic government with a focus on traditional values and religious influence.

• Anarchist society with a focus on individual freedom and lack of government control.

• Communist regime with a focus on economic equality and social justice.

How does Marjane's family feel about the Islamic Revolution?

• They were indifferent and had no strong feelings about it.

• They initially supported it but later became disillusioned.

• They were always against it from the beginning.

• They fully embraced it and were satisfied with the outcome.

What role does religion play in Marjane's life in the first four chapters?

• Marjane actively rejects religion in the first four chapters

• Religion has no impact on Marjane's life in the first four chapters

• Marjane is indifferent towards religion in the first four chapters

• Religion plays a significant role in shaping Marjane's beliefs and experiences in the first four chapters.

What challenges does Marjane face as a young girl in Iran?

• Freedom to express herself

• Supportive family environment

• Access to quality education

• Marjane faces challenges such as strict gender roles, political unrest, and the pressure to conform to societal expectations.

How does Marjane's family history influence her perspective on the world?

• Marjane's family history influences her perspective on the world by leading her to embrace discrimination and inequality

• Marjane's family history influences her perspective on the world by making her indifferent to social issues and political awareness

• Marjane's family history influences her perspective on the world by causing her to prioritize material wealth over freedom and equality

• Marjane's family history influences her perspective on the world by shaping her values and beliefs around social justice, political awareness, freedom, and equality.

What is the role of education in Marjane's life?

• Education makes Marjane conform to societal norms and expectations

• Education has no impact on Marjane's life

• Education provides Marjane with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and empowers her to challenge societal norms and pursue her dreams.

• Education limits Marjane's opportunities and restricts her freedom

How does Marjane's identity develop in the first four chapters of Persepolis?

• Marjane's identity develops as she becomes a famous chef

• Marjane's identity develops as she becomes a professional athlete

• Marjane's identity develops as she navigates through the Iranian Revolution and its aftermath, grappling with personal beliefs, family values, and societal expectations.

• Marjane's identity develops as she travels to outer space