VOICED: 'Teherangeles' protests against Ahmadinejad

VOICED: 'Teherangeles' protests against Ahmadinejad

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the Iranian community in Los Angeles, known as Tehrangeles, and their support for protests in Iran following Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's contested reelection. It highlights the role of Jimmy Delshad, Beverly Hills deputy mayor, and the community's media outlets in supporting the movement. Despite government efforts to jam signals, Iranian media continues to broadcast, reflecting the youth's desire for democracy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to the area being called 'Tehrangeles'?

The United Nations' intervention in Iran

The establishment of Parse TV

The contested reelection of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

The election of Jimmy Delshad as Beverly Hills mayor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Jimmy Delshad and what is his stance on the Tehran protests?

A local businessman who opposes the protests

An Iranian government official against the protests

A journalist reporting on the protests

Beverly Hills deputy mayor who supports the protests

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern for the Iranian community in Los Angeles regarding the protests?

The government's potential retaliation

The lack of international support

The decrease in media coverage

The economic impact on Los Angeles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Parse TV play in the Iranian community?

It broadcasts local Los Angeles news

It provides entertainment shows

It broadcasts news and footage of protests to Iran

It is a sports channel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of the Iranian youth according to the transcript?

To establish a new government

To gain international recognition

To achieve democracy

To increase media presence