Questions on the Veil in Iranian Culture

Why didn’t Marji and her classmates like to wear the veil?

• It was a symbol of wealth.

• It made them feel restricted and uncomfortable.

• It was a fashion trend.

• It was too expensive.

What is the significance of the veil in Iranian culture as presented in this chapter?

• It represents wealth and prosperity.

• It symbolizes the government's control over women's choices.

• It is a sign of modernity.

• It is a religious symbol only.

In the 2nd frame on page 3, what does Satrapi reveal about the four girls through the image?(the picture when they were all sitting at a table dressed exactly the same)

• They are happy about the changes.

• They are confused or unhappy about the changes becaue they lost their individuality

• They are indifferent to the changes.

• They are excited about the changes.

Compare Marjane's understanding of the veil with that of her mother. How do their perspectives differ?

• Marjane sees it as fashionable, her mother sees it as outdated.

• Marjane sees it as a symbol of control, her mother sees it as a duty.

• Both see it as a symbol of freedom.

• Both see it as a religious obligation.

How did Marji feel about her mother's photo in the newspaper?

• Proud and nervous

• Angry and upset

• Indifferent and calm

• Happy and excited

What is Marjane’s relationship with God at the start of the book?

• Her growing doubts about God

• She sees him as a friend and someone to respect and count on

• has indifference towards God

• fears God

At the age of six, what did Marji think she wanted to be when she grew up?

• A prophet

• A queen

• A teacher

• A scientist

Discuss the impact of family stories of tragedy and former power on Marjane's understanding of her national identity.

• They make it hard to act and play like a "normal" child

• They help her understand her country's history.

• They cause her to struggle with empathy, kindness, and understanding of her parents and peers.

• They have no impact on her.

What does Satrapi aim to convey about the nature of political change and its effects on ordinary people?

• Political change has no effect on people.

• Political change only affects politicians.

• Political change deeply affects ordinary people's lives.

• Political change is always positive.

What childhood event triggers Marjane’s mother’s longing for her absent father?

• Her father's political activism and imprisonment.

• Her father's new job abroad.

• Her father's illness.

• Her father's retirement.