The American Embassy Crisis in Tehran

The American Embassy Crisis in Tehran

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Journalism

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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In 1979, Muslim students seized the American embassy in Tehran, taking hostages and demanding the return of the Shah. This led to protests in New York and a strong reaction from the U.S. government and public. The crisis occurred during a time of economic struggle and low morale in America. Diplomatic efforts were stalled, and media coverage intensified the situation. The Iranian perspective was focused on anti-American sentiment and demands for the Shah's expulsion.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

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

30 sec • 1 pt

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

30 sec • 1 pt

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

30 sec • 1 pt

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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