1. Persepolis Mr. Rush Go Muskies

2. What we will Do Objectives Examine/ Evaluate the role of the US in Iran Analyze the causes of the Islamic Revolution Analyze causes of oppression by the Shah and Islamic Fundamentalists Tasks AG- History of Iran Who is the author? How to read a Graphic Novel Read Chapter 1.

3. Anticipation Guide from Introducation ___ 1. Iran has always been rich. ___ 2. Iran is the site of one of the great Ancient empires- the Persian Empire. ___ 3. The Iranians fought against Germany in World War II. ___ 4. The Americans overthrew the Iranian government in the 1950’s.

4. Chapter 2: The Bicycle On page 10, the Marjorie’s friend says “The Revolution is like a bicycle. When its wheels don’t turn, it falls.” What does she mean by this? Is a revolution a good thing? Why or why not?

5. Chapter 2: The Bicylce Turn to page 11. What is Iran’s history? Who controlled Iran? How might this history impact Iran?

6. Chapter 2: The Bicycle At the end of the chapter, Marjane asks to demonstrate against the government. Would you let your child demonstrate and be “a part of history” or would you make her stay at home for safety’s sake? –Explain your position –Use 3 facts from the story –Give 1 counterargument and why you disagree.