- 1. All Fall Down by Gary Sick is a compelling exploration of one of the most controversial and consequential events in modern American history: the fall of the Shah of Iran and the subsequent rise of the Islamic Revolution. Sick, who served on the National Security Council during the Carter administration, provides a unique insider's perspective on the political machinations and diplomatic challenges that led to the U.S. government's complex involvement in Iran. The book delves into the intricacies of American-Iranian relations, tracing the historical roots of the conflict and examining the key figures and decisions that shaped the course of events. Sick's narrative is not only a historical account but also a critique of American foreign policy, illustrating how misjudgments and a failure to understand cultural nuances contributed to the unexpected outcome of the revolution. Through detailed analysis and rich anecdotes, Sick sheds light on the lessons learned from this turbulent period, making 'All Fall Down' a crucial read for anyone interested in the interplay of politics, power, and the consequences of international actions.
During which U.S. presidency did the Iran Hostage Crisis occur?
A) Gerald Ford
B) Ronald Reagan
C) Jimmy Carter
D) Richard Nixon
- 2. How long did the Iran Hostage Crisis last?
A) 365 days
B) 500 days
C) 300 days
D) 444 days
- 3. What was the code name of the failed U.S. rescue mission?
A) Operation Urgent Fury
B) Operation Desert Storm
C) Operation Rolling Thunder
D) Operation Eagle Claw
- 4. Where did the failed rescue mission encounter fatal problems?
A) The U.S. Embassy
B) Desert One
C) Tehran airport
D) Persian Gulf
- 5. The hostages were released on the same day as what event?
A) The rescue mission
B) The Shah's death
C) Ronald Reagan's inauguration
D) Jimmy Carter's election
- 6. Who was the Iranian leader during the hostage crisis?
A) Mohammed Reza Shah
B) Shah Reza Pahlavi
C) Ayatollah Khomeini
D) Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
- 7. What was the main demand of the Iranian hostage takers?
A) Return of the Shah to Iran
B) U.S. military withdrawal
C) Oil concessions
D) Nuclear weapons
- 8. What happened to the Shah during the hostage crisis?
A) He died in exile
B) He was captured
C) He became president
D) He returned to Iran
- 9. Which country helped mediate the hostage release?
A) Algeria
B) Egypt
C) Switzerland
D) France
- 10. What was the Algiers Accords?
A) Peace treaty with Iraq
B) Oil production agreement
C) Military alliance
D) Agreement that secured hostage release
- 11. What did the U.S. agree to in the hostage release agreement?
A) Unfreeze Iranian assets
B) Remove sanctions
C) Apologize publicly
D) Provide military aid
- 12. How many U.S. military personnel died in the rescue attempt?
A) 3
B) 12
C) 5
D) 8
- 13. What major international event occurred during the hostage crisis?
A) Fall of Berlin Wall
B) Cuban Missile Crisis
C) Gulf War
D) Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
- 14. How did the hostage crisis affect Carter's reelection?
A) It had no effect
B) It contributed to his defeat
C) It helped him win
D) It caused him to withdraw
- 15. What was the students' group name that took the embassy?
A) Hezbollah
B) Islamic Jihad
C) Muslim Student Followers of the Imam's Line
D) Iranian Revolutionary Guard
- 16. When were the hostages finally released?
A) January 20, 1981
B) November 4, 1979
C) April 24, 1980
D) December 25, 1980
- 17. How did Khomeini respond to the initial takeover?
A) Condemned it
B) Ordered release
C) Endorsed and supported it
D) Remained neutral
- 18. What was Operation Credible Sport?
A) Modified aircraft for second rescue attempt
B) Economic sanctions program
C) Diplomatic initiative
D) Propaganda campaign
- 19. How many American hostages were taken at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran?
A) 52
B) 48
C) 44
D) 66
- 20. The hostage crisis began when militants stormed the U.S. Embassy in what year?
A) 1978
B) 1981
C) 1979
D) 1980
- 21. What was the Shah's full name?
A) Ruhollah Khomeini
B) Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
C) Reza Shah Pahlavi
D) Ali Khamenei
- 22. What country allowed the Shah to enter for medical treatment, angering Iranians?
A) United States
B) France
C) Switzerland
D) United Kingdom
- 23. What role did ABC News play during the crisis?
A) Nightline program updates
B) Hostage communications
C) Rescue mission planning
D) Secret negotiations
- 24. What international organization was involved in negotiations?
A) Arab League
B) NATO
C) United Nations
D) European Union
- 25. What was the diplomatic status between U.S. and Iran after the crisis?
A) No formal relations
B) Alliance formed
C) Embassy reopened
D) Trade agreement signed
- 26. What was the Shah's relationship with the United States before the revolution?
A) Enemy
B) Neutral
C) Close ally
D) Trading partner only
- 27. How does Sick's book contribute to understanding the crisis?
A) Iranian government view
B) Insider perspective with documents
C) Fictional account
D) Military strategy analysis
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