Iran Hostage Crisis

Flashcards covering key facts and concepts related to the Iran hostage crisis.

The Iran hostage crisis occurred during the presidency of __.

Jimmy Carter.

The unpopular leader propped up by the US in Iran was __.

the Shah.

The revolution that occurred in Iran eventually led to a religiously run government by __.

the Ayatollah Khomeini.

The US embassy in Iran was overrun, resulting in __ hostages being taken.

more than 100.

The US hostages were held for over __ days.

400.

Carter's attempt to negotiate for the hostages was seen as unsuccessful, leading to a campaign issue in the election against __.

Ronald Reagan.

The hostages were released on the day of __ inauguration.

Reagan's.

The five people who were able to escape the embassy ended up at the __ embassy.

Canadian.

The film __ depicts the events surrounding the escape of the five hostages.

Argo.