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How much do you know about Iran? Take our quiz to find out.
The world's focus has turned upon Iran in recent months, as it moves ahead with its nuclear program despite crippling sanctions from the West and the threat of preemptive attack by Israel. But how much do you really know about Iran's history and place in the Middle East? Take our quiz to test your knowledge.
1. Modern Iran lies at the heart of the lands of which ancient empire?
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Sumer |
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Babylonia |
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Persia |
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Assyria |
