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Practice Exam

Question 42 • Principles of American Democracy

According to the establishment clause, how would displaying a "Happy Holidays” sign in class be viewed?

Answer
A
The display violates the clause because holidays are forbidden in schools.
B
The display does not violate the clause because it is store-bought.
C
The display does not violate the clause because it is secular.
D
The display violates the clause because it celebrates Christianity.

Explanation

The Establishment Clause prohibits government schools from endorsing or promoting religion. “Happy Holidays” is a general, secular greeting rather than a celebration of a specific religion, so displaying it would not violate the clause. The correct choice is “The display does not violate the clause because it is secular.”

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