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The Veil

The Veil. By Tyler, Tessy , and Jeff. History of the Hijab in Iran. Not imposed on the people until 1979 “After the 1979 revolution, on the contrary, the Islamic government’s politcal and cultural tendencies were against the West, particularly the U.S., and veiling became compulsory.”

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The Veil

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  1. The Veil By Tyler, Tessy, and Jeff

  2. History of the Hijab in Iran • Not imposed on the people until 1979 • “After the 1979 revolution, on the contrary, the Islamic government’s politcal and cultural tendencies were against the West, particularly the U.S., and veiling became compulsory.” • Even no-Islamic organizations agreed

  3. Muslim Culture • Required to wear the Hijab at puberty • Muslims believe that women should cover their hair • RasmieyhAbdelnabi • Muslim women who took off her veil

  4. Unveiled • Page 74

  5. Oppressive Symbols • Page 3

  6. Different Beliefs • Page 5

  7. Veil In Different Cultures • Western Civilization vs. Iran/dictatorships

  8. What Would You Do? • What Would You Do?

  9. Follow Up Questions • Do you associate terrorists with the Hijab? • Did you feel uncomfortable wearing the scarf? • Did you feel oppressed/forced to wear it? • If you were forced to wear the veil would you rebel or conform to society

  10. Works Cited • http://www.gozaar.org/english/articles-en/Iranian-Woman-Veil-and-Identity.html • http://www.npr.org/2011/04/21/135523680/lifting-the-veil-muslim-women-explain-their-choice

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