The modern Iranian polity enjoys considerable historical legitimacy among its citizens because
A. there is general satisfaction with the application of Islamic law to social life.
B. university graduates have many opportunities for jobs when they finish their training.
C. the clerics have worked hard to please a majority of citizens in making the laws.
D. Iran's borders and statehood were not a legacy of European colonialism.
Q. 2One of the difficulties that the state encounters in trying to unify citizens around religion is that
A. Iran previously had a history of separation of church and state.
B. religious observances vary by local and neighborhood customs.
C. the state has been able to monopolize the symbols and interpretations of religious belief.
D. religious scholars are not allowed to debate the tenets of religion.
Q. 3While political socialization occurs primarily through state-controlled institutions like the education system and the military
A. religion and religious practice play a surprisingly divisive role.
B. families and social groups are not usually forums for discussion.
C. counter-revolutionary movements thrive in the universities.
D. citizens generally avoid political topics in Iranian neighborhoods.
Q. 4In most democracies, the organization of the legislature is
A. unicameral.
B. bicameral.
C. trilateral.
D. proportional.
Q. 5In Iran, citizens are guaranteed freedom of speech, association, and safety of person, but usually with the qualification that
A. they cannot cry fire in a crowded theater.
B. they are not allowed to libel or slander others.
C. any demonstrations must be peaceful and well-organized.
D. their activities are within the criteria of Islam.
Q. 6Between 1906 and 1979, stable political parties did not develop in Iran because
A. competitive elections were rare.
B. no party seemed capable of gaining a majority for rule.
C. parties were banned by the government.
D. voters kept changing their party affiliation.
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