What was the primary demand of the students who seized the American embassy in Tehran?

The American Embassy Crisis in Tehran

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Return of the Shah to Iran
Recognition of Iran's new government
Release of American hostages
Withdrawal of U.S. troops from the Middle East
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the reaction of the Iranian students in New York during the embassy crisis?
They left the country
They remained neutral
They protested for the Shah's return
They supported the U.S. government
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did the U.S. government respond to the demands of the hostage-takers?
Sought help from the United Nations
Refused to meet the demands
Considered military intervention
Agreed to negotiate
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the U.S. government's main challenge in dealing with the hostage crisis?
Lack of military options
No central authority to negotiate with
International pressure
Economic constraints
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the general sentiment of the American public towards Iranian students in the U.S. during the crisis?
Encouraging cultural exchange
Questioning their stay in the country
Supportive of their education
Indifferent to their presence
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant factor contributing to the American public's frustration during the crisis?
Political stability
Military success
Lack of media coverage
Economic downturn
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What economic issue was the U.S. facing during the late 1970s?
Housing bubble
Stock market crash
Gasoline shortage
High inflation rates
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