Which of the following statements best describe why the Dead Sea's water levels are decreasing? A The Dead Sea is the final destination for the water of the Jordan River; there is no outlet. B High levels of salt make the Dead Sea a poor environment for aquatic life. C More water is being siphoned off the Jordan River for agriculture. D The extraction of numerous minerals has left the sea at risk of shrinking.

What is generally true of the lower house in a state legislative branch ?

Situation #1: imagine that you are a free black male living in columbus, oh in 1863. you have seen the recruiting poster and have been thinking a lot about whether or not to enlist in the union army. write a one-page letter (double spaced) to your mother telling her of the decision you have made about enlisting (or not enlisting). be sure to explain the reasons that caused you to make the decision.

Read the quote about government in iran. “we thought that mr. khatami’s victory was a victory for us as well. the election of a more democratic government seemed to be a bright new beginning . . but within less than a year of the election, the journalists, reformists, and intellectuals began to be persecuted by hard-liners in the judiciary and intelligence ministry . .” —camella entekhabifard, “tehran’s eternal youth,” new york times based on this quote, how does camella entekhabifard feel about the iranian government? a. she supports reforms and was disappointed when they did not come about. b. she supports hard-liners who want the supreme leader to have more power. c. she believes reformers should be silenced to keep iran's government strong. d. she supports a more democratic government but opposes freedom of speech.