What was the political climate like in Iran in 1980?
Hostile - The Shah used the government's power to overpower the people.
Why is her mother worried when her picture ended up in an Iranian magazine?
Mrs. Satrapi was scared that she would be arrested because she was protesting.
How does Marji feel about the revolution in the beginning?
She is for it because her parent are for it and she does not believe in social classes.
What happened at the Rex center?
People were trapped inside and the building was set on fire.
What did Marji's grandpa change his political beliefs to?
Communism
What is Marji's father's opinion of the Shah
Mr. Satrapi thinks the Shah is ignorant and should not rule
Who is the main character?
Marji
What was Mrs. Satrapi's childhood like?
her family lived in poverty. Her mother would sew their clothes and act like she was cooking.
Why does Marji write letters for Mehri?
She can´t read nor write
What are the rules of social classes in Iran?
You cannot marry outside of your class
What was Iran known as before 1935?
Persia
why Marjane and her classmates did not want to wear the veil?
they did not understand why they had to
Why did Marjane want to be a prophet?
She wanted things to change, e.g. not to have maids, for her grandmother not to hurt etc
How does Marji's relationship with God begin to change?
Marji becomes a little distant with God. Her plan of becoming a prophet is pushed aside as she wants to take action in the revolution.
What can we assume about Marjane's parents from the early chapters?
That they are educated professionals who want their daughter to have a good education and future. Yet they hold on to old values, like their social class.
