But freedom to differ is not limited to things that do not matter much. That would be a mere shadow of freedom. The test of its substance is the right to differ as to things that touch the heart of the existing order. . . . If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation, it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion, or force citizens to confess by word or act their faith therein.

–West Virginia Board of Education v. Barnette, 1943

Use the excerpt to answer the question.

6. What statement best expresses what the court is saying about freedom of expression? (1 point)
Freedom of expression must first pass a test based on political and religious standards before it is acceptable.
Freedom of expression means that people cannot be required to say or believe in specific political or religious ideas.
Freedom of expression is fine as long as the ideas being expressed deal with personal opinions rather than important topics.
Freedom of expression needs to take into account the political and religious beliefs of others so that it is not offensive.

My answer is b, but check it to see if its wrong please.

Yes, b is right.

Your answer is correct! The court is expressing the idea that freedom of expression means that people cannot be required to say or believe in specific political or religious ideas. The excerpt states that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion. This implies that individuals have the right to differ in their beliefs and cannot be forced to conform to a specific ideology. Well done!