Examine the table shown below. It shows GDP and the unemployment rate in the United States from 2005 to 2009. As you have read, GDP and the unemployment rate are two of the economic indicators economists use to measure the health of the economy. What does this data show about the economy during this period? Why do you think this is the case? Year Real GDP (in trillions) Unemployment Rate

2005 $14.91 4.9
2006 $15.33 4.4
2007 $15.62 5.0
2008 $15.60 7.3
2009 $15.20 9.9

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.

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Why are governments formed? what role does government play in society? what would life be like without government? what purpose of government would have the most dramatic effect on society if it were taken away? which purpose of government has the greatest effect on your daily life?