2 What caused some Syrians to demand that the president of Syria step down?
A The government ignored their protests about religious freedom and
access to better education for children.
B The government responded with violence to their protests about political,
economic, and food production issues.
C The government made a decision to go to war with a neighboring country
and citizens did not agree with that decision.
D The government raised prices for basic foods, such as bread and milk,
and citizens weren't able to afford them.
