In 2011, citizens in countries like Bahrain, Syria, and Lebanon began to protest against their governments. What was the purpose of these protests?

A.
Citizens desired democracies and fair treatment.
B.
Citizens wanted the United States to take over their countries.
C.
Citizens wanted to end civil wars between Sunnis and Shiites.
D.
Citizens demanded dictatorships and more stability from their leaders.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

A. Citizens desired democracies and fair treatment.