First Amendment Answers

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Read the scenario.Ana and Mei have an argument. Ana begins spreading rumors about Mei on social media. The rumors are not true, but Mei’s reputation is damaged anyway.

A
Ana’s speech is not protected because it involves symbolic speech.
B
Ana’s speech is protected because she and Mei are students, not adults.
C
Ana’s speech is not protected because it is false and is damaging to Mei’s reputation.
D
Ana’s speech is protected even though it is false because she is using social media.
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What is the purpose of the Establishment Clause?

A
It prohibits Congress from establishing a national press.
B
It establishes the power of Congress to pass laws.
C
It prohibits Congress from establishing a national religion.
D
It establishes that Congress can amend the Constitution.
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Which scenario shows an example of a right that is protected under the First Amendment?

A
yelling “Fire!” in a crowded theater
B
stating an unpopular opinion
C
harassing someone on social media
D
urging someone to commit violence
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Which situation is an example of symbolic speech protected by the First Amendment?

A
Students wear black ribbons on their shirts to protest gun violence.
B
Students write letters to the president to request action on gun violence.
C
Students gather in a park to hear speeches against gun violence.
D
Students march in a peaceful protest to bring attention to gun violence.
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Read the scenario.Anya and Daniel have been going to the same community church since kindergarten. They are now in middle school. A new Hindu temple is built nearby. Anya’s family decides to transfer to the temple.

A
the right to choose which religion to practice
B
the right of assembly, which includes places of worship
C
the right to practice free speech and express an opinion
D
the right to petition the government to request a change
8

What is one purpose of the Bill of Rights?

A
to guarantee basic individual rights
B
to expand governmental powers
C
to limit the ownership of weapons
D
to reduce the influence of natural rights
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Which statement is true about the Bill of Rights?

A
It consists of 27 amendments to the Constitution.
B
It was part of the original plan for the new government.
C
It protects the right of citizens to fair legal procedures
D
It was added to please supporters of the Constitution.
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Which statement is true about the First Amendment right to petition?

A
It can involve a threatening or intimidating letter or meeting.
B
It can involve something that concerns only the petitioner.
C
It can include damaging lies meant to harm an official’s reputation.
D
It can reduce the risk that only one group will benefit from laws.

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