Your Rights: Freedom of Expression

Question 1

In Tinker v. Des Moines, why did the Supreme Court rule in favor of the students who wore armbands?

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Their action was not disruptive.

Question 2

Which action would be the least likely to be considered protected speech or a protected action?

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burning a fire in a public park as a political protest

Question 3

Under what circumstances would the protest of the students in Tinker v. Des Moines be deemed unprotected speech?

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if their action had clearly threatened order and safety

Question 4

For which of these does the First Amendment offer no protection?

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libel

Question 5

The publication of false and damaging information about a person is referred to as

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libel.

Question 6

Why does Tinker v. Des Moines remain an important precedent-setting case?

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It established speech rights for students.

Question 7

Edwards v. South Carolina focused on two issues: the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances and

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the right to peacefully assemble.

Question 8

The events surrounding Tinker v. Des Moines involved a school. Which statement best explains why the Supreme Court ruled in the students’ favor?

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The events involved symbolic speech without disruption.

Question 9

Based on the New York Times v. United States case, when might it be acceptable for the government to restrict information released by the press?

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The government can only restrict information that could present an immediate threat to security or the public.

Your Rights: Freedom of Expression Answers