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What triggered the latest protests in Iran?
A call to demonstrate by exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi.
The arrest of numerous political activists by the Iranian government.
The imposition of new economic sanctions by the United States.
A major earthquake that devastated several Iranian cities.
What is one of the main factors fueling the unrest in Iran, according to the passage?
The government's restrictions on religious freedom.
The country's struggling economy and related grievances.
Increased tensions with neighboring countries.
The lack of access to Western media and entertainment.
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What actions did the Iranian government take in response to the protests?
It increased funding for social programs.
It invited foreign observers to monitor the situation.
It imposed a communications blackout, cutting off internet and international calls.
It released all political prisoners and promised free elections.
Who is Reza Pahlavi?
The current Supreme Leader of Iran.
A prominent human rights activist living in exile.
The exiled crown prince, whose father was the Shah of Iran.
The current president of Iran's civilian government.
What does the passage suggest about the protest movement's leadership?
It has a strong and unified leadership structure.
It is largely leaderless, which may undermine its effectiveness.
It is led by the current Supreme Leader of Iran.
It is being led by a coalition of foreign governments.
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