Iranian Revolution 1979, US hostages, President Carter speaking at desk

The transcript discusses the Iranian hostage crisis, where Islamic fundamentalists in Tehran captured 66 Americans in response to the U.S. granting asylum to the deposed Shah. The world condemned Iran's actions, but President Carter was unable to resolve the crisis, which persisted into the next decade.

What was the primary reason for the capture of 66 Americans in Tehran?

• To demand the return of the Shah

• To protest against the U.S. military presence

• To seek financial aid

• To negotiate a trade deal

Who was the leader that spurred on the Islamic fundamentalists during the Iran Hostage Crisis?

• Jimmy Carter

• Mohammad Reza Pahlavi

• Ayatollah Khomeini

• Saddam Hussein

How did the international community react to the hostage situation in Iran?

• They condemned Iran and called for the hostages' release

• They imposed economic sanctions on the U.S.

• They remained neutral

• They supported Iran's actions

What was a significant criticism of President Carter's handling of the hostage crisis?

• He acted too aggressively

• He prioritized economic issues over the crisis

• He refused to negotiate

• He was indecisive and ineffective

When was a solution to the hostage crisis finally achieved?

• In the next decade

• Within a year

• During the same year

• Immediately after Carter's term