The Complex Dynamics of Power in Iran's Political System

The Complex Dynamics of Power in Iran's Political System

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the political climate in Iran, highlighting ongoing protests and the challenges faced by the population due to economic crises and cultural restrictions. It explains Iran's dual constitutional foundations, the significant power held by the supreme leader, and the growing influence of the Revolutionary Guard. The video also examines the limitations on the elected Parliament and President, emphasizing the importance of elections as a means for Iranians to express their political will.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the challenges faced by the Iranian population as mentioned in the video?

Technological advancements and innovation

Political stability and growth

Economic crisis, repression, and cultural restrictions

Economic prosperity and freedom

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two foundations of Iran's constitution?

Democratic and secular

Republican and religious

Monarchical and religious

Federal and secular

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who appoints the supreme leader in Iran?

The military

An assembly of experts

The Parliament

The President

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key powers of the supreme leader in Iran?

Deciding all political issues and controlling the military

Leading the cultural institutions

Controlling the media only

Managing the economy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Revolutionary Guard's role in Iran?

It manages Iran's foreign relations

It is a cultural organization

It is responsible for education

It competes with the regular army and has significant political influence

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Revolutionary Guard impact the elected Parliament?

It supports the Parliament's decisions

It undermines the Parliament's authority

It strengthens the Parliament's power

It has no impact on the Parliament

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the Guardian Council in Iran's political system?

To manage the economy

To support the President

To lead the military

To ensure Parliament's decisions conform to Islam

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between the elected President and the supreme leader in Iran?

The President is independent of the supreme leader

The President and supreme leader share equal power

The President's power is limited by the supreme leader's interests

The President has more power than the supreme leader

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are elections important to the people of Iran?

They are controlled by the military

They are only ceremonial

They allow people to express their will

They have no significance