Persepolis WebQuest

Society in Iran page

Use the following web pages to answer these questions about Iranian society.  Remember that one group is PRE-Islamic revolution, and one group is POST-Islamic revolution.

• http://www.cultureofiran.com/ (click on “codes of behavior”)
• http://www.internews.org/visavis/women_mstr.html
• http://www.nationmaster.com/country/ir-iran/edu-education
• http://www.iranchamber.com/education/articles/educational_system.php
• http://www.iranchamber.com/education/articles/history_higher_education1.php

1. What religions are represented in the population of Iran?
2. What is the role of women in society?
3. Describe the education system, including higher education (universities) in Iran for most of the population.
4. What is the family structure in Iran?