Q: Answer the following question given this paragraph: The halogens are among the most reactive of all elements, although reactivity declines from the top to the bottom of the halogen group. Because all halogens have seven valence electrons, they are "eager" to gain one more electron. Doing so gives them a full outer energy level, which is the most stable arrangement of electrons. Halogens often combine with alkali metals in group 1 of the periodic table. Alkali metals have just one valence electron, which they are equally "eager" to donate. Reactions involving halogens, especially halogens near the top of the group, may be explosive. You can see some examples in the video at the URL below. ( Warning: Don't try any of these reactions at home!). Q: In which order does the reactivity of halogen group decline? A:

Possible answers: I. bottom to top. II. right to left. III. left to right. IV. top to bottom.
The answer is:
IV.