1. What kind of speech does the First Amendment protect? (1 point)
A. commercial speech
B. defamation
C. obscenity
D. political speech
2. In Snyder v. Phelps, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the protesters. Which of the following facts influenced their decision? Select all that apply.
(3 points)
A. The protest was during a funeral for a Marine killed in Iraq.
B. The protest was done by members of a Baptist church.
C. The protesters had notified authorities before their protest.
D. The protesters were expressing views related to matters of public concern.
E. The protesters’ signs were insulting and offensive to the Marine’s father.
F. The protest was on public property, away from the church.
3. Which of the following is an example of prior restraint? (1 point)
A. An editor refuses to publish a writer’s story.
B. The government does not allow the publication of a story.
C. The government punishes seditious comments.
D. A newspaper article leads to cancellation of subscriptions.
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the answers are
D
C,D,F
B
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1. What kind of speech does the First Amendment protect? (1 point)
D. political speech
2. In Snyder v. Phelps, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the protesters. Which of the following facts influenced their decision? Select all that apply.
(3 points)
C. The protesters had notified authorities before their protest.
D. The protesters were expressing views related to matters of public concern.
F. The protest was on public property, away from the church.
3. Which of the following is an example of prior restraint? (1 point)
A. An editor refuses to publish a writer’s story.
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1. The correct answer for the kind of speech that the First Amendment protects is D. political speech. To arrive at this answer, we can analyze the options provided and consider their definitions in relation to the First Amendment.
A. Commercial speech refers to advertisements or promotions for commercial purposes, such as selling products or services. While the First Amendment provides some protection for commercial speech, it is not the primary type of speech protected.
B. Defamation refers to false statements that harm someone's reputation. Although the First Amendment provides some protection for free speech, including the expression of opinions, it does not protect false statements of fact that harm someone's reputation.
C. Obscenity refers to sexually explicit material that is not protected by the First Amendment. However, it is important to note that the definition of obscenity can vary, and the Supreme Court has established certain tests and criteria to determine whether something is obscene.
D. Political speech refers to expression or communication that relates to government, public affairs, or political matters. The First Amendment provides strong protection for political speech as it is considered essential for democracy and the exchange of ideas.
2. In Snyder v. Phelps, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the protesters. The facts that influenced their decision include:
A. The protest was during a funeral for a Marine killed in Iraq.
D. The protesters were expressing views related to matters of public concern.
F. The protest was on public property, away from the church.
To determine the correct answers, we can analyze the details of the Snyder v. Phelps case.
A. The fact that the protest was during a funeral for a Marine killed in Iraq is significant because it involves sensitive and emotional circumstances. However, while this fact might be seen as disrespectful or offensive, it did not directly influence the decision in favor of the protesters.
B. The fact that the protest was done by members of a Baptist church is not directly related to the decision made by the Supreme Court. The religious affiliation of the protesters did not play a role in determining the outcome.
C. The fact that the protesters had notified authorities before their protest is not relevant to the Supreme Court's decision. It may be a procedural requirement in some cases, but it does not impact the constitutional analysis.
D. The fact that the protesters were expressing views related to matters of public concern is significant. The First Amendment provides strong protection for speech on matters of public concern, even if it is controversial or offensive to some.
E. The fact that the protesters' signs were insulting and offensive to the Marine's father is not directly relevant to the Supreme Court's decision. The Court's ruling focused on broader constitutional principles rather than the specific content of the signs.
F. The fact that the protest was on public property, away from the church is relevant. The location of the protest is important because it determines the legal framework within which the First Amendment protections apply. Public property generally provides greater protection for free speech than private property.
3. The correct answer for an example of prior restraint is B. The government does not allow the publication of a story. Prior restraint refers to government actions that restrict or prevent the publication or dissemination of certain information or materials before they are made public. It involves government censorship or control over the media or individuals' free expression rights.
To determine the correct answer, we can analyze the options provided and consider their definitions in relation to prior restraint.
A. An editor refusing to publish a writer's story does not necessarily involve government action or censorship. It could be a decision made by a private entity, such as a newspaper or publishing company, based on their own editorial judgment or policies.
B. The government not allowing the publication of a story directly involves government action and censorship, which fits the definition of prior restraint.
C. The government punishing seditious comments refers to the government taking legal action against speech that incites rebellion or promotes the overthrow of established authority. While this may involve punishment for speech, it does not specifically relate to prior restraint.
D. A newspaper article leading to the cancellation of subscriptions does not involve government action or censorship. It represents a response by individuals or private entities based on their own preferences or reactions to the content of the article.