Iran Hostage Crisis

Who placed the Shah of Iran (the leader of Iran) in power? 

• the CIA---Central Intelligence Agency (United States)

• He was voted for by the people of Iran

How did the people of Iran feel about their leader the Shah of Iran?

• They felt he was a fair leader and wanted him to rule Iran for many more years

• They were sick of his corruption and his authoritarian regime (complete control)

After the Shah of Iran was kicked out by his people, the US allowed him to come to 

• Go shopping in Los Angeles

• Get cancer treatments

• Work for the US government

How did Iranian student respond to the Shah receiving medical treatment in the US? 

• They decided to boycott anything made in the United States. 

• They decided to stop selling oil to the United States. 

• They attacked the US embassy and took employees as hostages.

In order to free the hostages, the Iranians demanded that the US give them

• $100 million

• The Shah

• Freedom from tyranny

Did the US give them the Shah?

• No

• Yes

How long did the Iranians keep the hostages?

• Over 1 week

• Over 1 month

• Over 1 year

Was Jimmy Carter re-elected (elected again)? 

• Yes

• No