Jemima Flashcards
(28 cards)
What is the current name of Persia?
Iran
True or False: The name ‘Persia’ is still officially used today.
False
In which year did Persia officially change its name to Iran?
1935
Fill in the blank: The term ‘Persian’ is often used to refer to the culture, language, and people of _____ .
Iran
What is the primary language spoken in Iran?
Persian (Farsi)
Which ancient empire is associated with the name Persia?
The Achaemenid Empire
True or False: The name ‘Iran’ means ‘Land of the Aryans’.
True
What was the capital of ancient Persia?
Persepolis
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a historical name for Iran? A) Persia B) Media C) Mesopotamia D) Parthia
C) Mesopotamia
What significant event in 1979 led to the establishment of the Islamic Republic of Iran?
The Iranian Revolution
Fill in the blank: The primary religion in Iran is _____ .
Islam
What is the official currency of Iran?
Iranian rial
True or False: The flag of Iran features a lion and sun emblem.
True
What is the predominant ethnic group in Iran?
Persians
What form of government does Iran have?
Theocratic republic
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major Persian festival? A) Nowruz B) Diwali C) Hanukkah D) Eid al-Fitr
A) Nowruz
What is the significance of the year 1935 in relation to Iran?
It is the year Persia was officially renamed Iran.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the highest authority in Iran, overseeing the government and religious matters.
Supreme Leader
What is the primary export of Iran?
Oil
True or False: The Persian Empire was one of the largest empires in history.
True
What mountain range is located in northern Iran?
The Alborz Mountains
Multiple Choice: Which Persian poet is known as the ‘Shakespeare of Persia’? A) Rumi B) Hafez C) Saadi D) Ferdowsi
D) Ferdowsi
What body of water lies to the south of Iran?
The Persian Gulf
What important archaeological site is located in Iran?
Persepolis
