These terms will show up in each unit and on each major test we take as we go through this workbook. Iran pronounced eerahn, formerly known as persia, is situated at the crossroads of central asia, south asia, and the arab states of the middle east. Iran has had women judges that sit on national courts, but they have few women legislators. Scholastic teachables browse all worksheets, resources, printables, and more for the classroom. The medes unified iran as a nation and empire in 625 bc. Finally, there are very extensive sheets of pebbles and smaller fragments lying.
This area is part of a region which is often referred to as kurdistan, and comprises parts of iraq, turkey, iran and syria. Some reference to iranian history is therefore indispensable for a proper understanding of its subsequent development. A history of modern iran cambridge university press. Scholastic teachables formerly scholastic printables. Chapter one recounts the long history of the islamic republics support for terrorism, primarily driven by the irgc. History and literature sociology novel psychology women glossary publications policy. Japan in world war ii code puzzle worksheet free to print.
There are worksheets on the european middle ages, maps and pictures of ancient greece, outlines and powerpoints on imperialism, etc. Learners explore us foreign policy, the reagan administration, and the irancontra affair through various documents and readers theater. Finally, the rivers of iran, racing swiftly through. Since 1979, iran has made it a policy of state to actively direct, facilitate, and carry out terrorist activity globally. However, because i couldnt flag it for the reasons allowed, i just wanted to leave a couple of comments hoping that the copy would be fixed. The caspian sea lies to the north, whilst the persian and oman gulfs are to the south. For the activity, students will need two copies of the worksheet. Super teacher worksheets thousands of printable activities. The worksheets on this page focus on a students ability to differentiate between various us denomination coins and their corresponding.
Brief overview of the history of iran throughout much of early history, the land known today as iran was known as the persian empire. Iran has had women cabinet members and legislators for many years. It is situated at a strategic juncture in the middle east region of south west asia. Iran has good representation of women on the state and local levels, but not on the national level. The persian empire is the name given to a series of dynasties centered in modernday iran that spanned several centuriesfrom the sixth century b. History and literature sociology novel psychology women glossary publications policy philosophy religion mp3 audio books free books for iran pdf nonpersianbooks miscellaneous information. The sources for this period are more diverse than for any other in iran s history, the bulk of the evidence being preserved in babylonian, elamite, egyptian and greek. This worksheet helps students analyze primary source documents from the iran contra affair. Teacher clipart for january bulletin boards or worksheets. Iran, may 2008 3 in november 1979, students affiliated with the latter group occupied the u. Explain the difficulties of achieving peace in the middle east. Saddam inflicted his heaviest blows against the environment by ordering iraqi troops to set 700 kuwaiti.
Persepolis, the ancient capital, is a unesco world heritage site famous for its. The cambridge history of iran in eight volumes volume i the. By then there was already unambiguous evidence indicating the urgency of defusing the imminent danger posed by iraq and its primary allies in the growing terrorist conspiracy. Use this quizworksheet combo to help you test your understanding of the history and culture of iran.
Our map worksheet on iran is designed for students from upper elementary through high school. Ancient persia ancient civilizations for kids and teachers. In history, irans golden age produced philosophical, medicinal, and. The 1979 iranian revolution changed the identity of iran, and in many ways, the middle east as a whole. Iranian relations since 911 from unprecedented early cooperation in afghanistan, to the growing crisis over iran s. History of iran 2 dabashi notes that iran served as a crucial logistical base for the american military during the us involvement in the vietnam war 19561975 123. Learn a little about iran with the kids with our interesting facts and photos, then enjoy. This weeks reading and math book for sixth graders. Geography worksheetssocial studies worksheetsmap worksheetsefl teachingteaching historyhigh school activitiesreading activities. Each printable pdf worksheet includes an answer key. A history of modern iran in a radical reappraisal of irans modern history, ervand abrahamian traces its traumatic journey across the twentieth century, through the discoveryofoil,imperialinterventions,theruleofthepahlavis,and,in 1979, revolution and the birth of the islamic republic.
Selected topics the topics covered in this section on iraqi history. Free printable worksheet for geography asia southcentral asia iran scroll down to print pdf this standalone worksheet features a map of iran followed by six multiplechoice questions. Free printable worksheets for world history scroll down to print pdfs conflict in the middle east. Our world history teaching materials encompass everything for every grade, all divided up and organized by type. On tv sets across america people saw images of iranians chanting about hating america and burning american. Iran is home to one of the worlds oldest continuous major civilizations, with historical and urban settlements dating back to 4000 bc.
This lesson plan uses numerous mini activities, an activity, and extension to ensure your students come away with a good foundational understanding of iranian history. A history of modern iran in a radical reappraisal of iran s modern history, ervand abrahamian traces its traumatic journey across the twentieth century, through the discoveryofoil,imperialinterventions,theruleofthepahlavis,and,in 1979, revolution and the birth of the islamic republic. Teacher worksheets history, social studies, science. World war 1 world war 2 vietnam war american civil war. Comprehensive british history modules complete lesson plans and teaching materials for busy teachers. This is an nice overview of the history of iran, from the time of cyrus the great to about 2009. Download and print handouts, exercises and quizzeseslk12 print more worksheets. Save hours of prep time with our online treasure trove of readytogo lessons, printables, and activities for every grade, subject, and skill level. Iran and saudi arabia part ii martin smith, correspondent.
We are constantly adding awesome new worksheets and printable activities to our website. During the presidency of saddam hussein the kurds in iraq were severely persecuted. As its name suggests, the pantheon was dedicated to all the gods or, more precisely, to the seven planetary gods. This article discusses the history of iran from 640 ce to the present. A veritable renaissance and reformation are under way in virtually every aspect of the cultural, social, aesthetic, sexual, and even religious canvas of iran. Library of congress federal research division country profile. Check out our world history powerpoints for high school.
The modules below were created specifically for uk and international gcse teaching but can be applied to any curriculum teaching students aged 1418. Iranian children at the celebration of the islamic revolution. Kidskonnect is a growing library of highquality, printable worksheets for teachers and homeschoolers. Given the heightened tension and the lack of diplomatic relations between the united states and iran, u. Outdated from the point of view of history of religions, but contains the late traditions about zarathustra. Tracking the tension and preparing for the future student handout. In the excerpt found on the top right sidebar, mohammad javad ardashir larijani explains why he views iran s government as a democratic structure based on islamic rationality, and what exactly that means. This was a time of great importance in the history of the entire middle east, and embraced figures of the stature of cyrus, darius and xerxes. Currently subject to an islamic republican system, iran is characterized by many distinct historical stages and fluctuations. Pdf the cambridge history of iran volume 1 sandra delic. This quiz will ask you five multiplechoice questions about iran. Tracking the tension and preparing for the future student. Kurdish and shii challenges and relations with iran 199 economic patronage, political control and foreign policy alignments 205 war in kurdistan 211 oil revenues, foreign policies and the rise of saddam husain 214 saddam husains presidency and the war with iran in 1980 223 defending the regime and iraq after 1982 235 a war of attrition. Student worksheet activity one classroom complete press.
The first great dynasty in iran was the achaemenid which ruled from 550 to 330 bc. From them also, thrust up in the wake of the volcanic activity of late pliocene times, came diorite and obsidian, both highly prized in antiquity. Standardselements this unit is designed to teach the basic vocabulary and concepts that go with the government, geography, economics, and history georgia performance standards. The kurdish people live in the northeastern part of iraq. This period was followed by the conquest of alexander the great from greece and the.
Iran hostage crisis webquest with key 6 page webquest covers the history and significance of the iran hostage crisis and the impact it had on america. Your spelling words make a spelling puzzle workbook from your spelling words. There are worksheets on the european middle ages, maps and pictures of ancient greece, outlines and powerpoints on imperialism. Theres always something new and exciting happening at super teacher worksheets. The persian gulf war was one of the most lopsided conflicts in history. The sculptures of the seven planetary gods that fill the seven niches in our illustration date from the baroque era.
Kidskonnect is a growing library of highquality, printable worksheets for. Iran iraq war 1 iran iraq war the iran iraq war, also known as the imposed war, jangetahmili and holy defense. Youll be asked about several features of the country, including its oil, capital city and original name. After taking the us embassy workers hostage the iranian people demanded that the shah be returned to iran to face trial. Designed for students in grades four and up studying world geography. While iraq did launch scud missiles into israel and saudi arabia, they did not cause a lot of damage. The gulf war 19901991, also known as the persian gulf war, was prompted by the invasion of kuwait by iraq as ordered by saddam hussein see the fact file below for more information on the gulf war or alternatively, you can download our 23page gulf war worksheet pack to utilise within the classroom or home environment. The persian ruler who first established the persian empire was a. This is a collection of chemistry worksheets in pdf format. This book is useful for the later history of the zoroastrians.
The answers to the questions are available on separate worksheets so you can fill them out and then check your work. Our fact worksheet is a great way to test what the kids have discovered and to. The text can help students understand how iran in the governments eyes is a hybrid of a theocracy and democracy. Learn a little about iran with the kids with our interesting facts and photos, and enjoy our flag printables and flag colouring page. The first major civilisation in what is now iran was that of the elamites, who might have settled in south western iran as early as 3000 b. Iran political map worksheet free printable worksheet for geography asia southcentral asia iran scroll down to print pdf our map worksheet on iran is designed for students from upper elementary through high school. Middle eastern conflict writing exercises worksheets. The azadi tower in tehran a little geography the islamic republic of iran in western asia surrounded by seven countries including iraq to the east and afghanistan in the west. For the history of the region before the 7th century, see ancient iran. History of iran simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. This worksheet helps students analyze primary source documents from the irancontra affair. The subtitle empire of the mind denotes some emphasis on cultural aspects of iran, as well as the history of the country and the various dynasties who have ruled the area that was once referred to as persia. Even if somewhat outdated this is a classical introduction to ancient iranian religion.
Use this quiz worksheet combo to help you test your understanding of the history and culture of iran. Practice with these no prep math worksheets in your sixth grade classroom. By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publicly available on websites, etc. The arab invasion of iran made a break with the past that affected not only iran but all of western asia and resulted in the assimilation of peoples who shaped and vitalized muslim culture. Eirciv 102a, spring 2006 vi february 7, 2006 basic bibliography some useful literature boyce, m. Iran iraq war, external domination 32 persian gulf war 34. Some topics youll be assessed on include iran s ancient past as. Make sure to take a peek at the wonderful resources we added recently. High schoolers learn more about the persian region, history, and government in a brief but explanatory video from crash course world. It is therefore likely that the golden dome represented the dome of heaven. Understand the historical context for the current u. The iranian revolution past, present and future chapter 1 the historical background iran is one of the worlds oldest countries. This overview of the iran contra affair is organized into the following sections.