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Which of the following scenarios is most likely to be protected under the First Amendment's guarantee of freedom of speech?
Which of the following scenarios is most likely to be protected under the First Amendment's guarantee of freedom of speech?
- Organizing a peaceful protest against a new law in a public park. (correct)
- Publishing classified government documents that endanger national security.
- Making false statements about a product that harms a company’s reputation.
- Inciting a riot outside a government building with the intent to cause violence.
The exclusionary rule, established in Mapp v. Ohio, primarily aims to:
The exclusionary rule, established in Mapp v. Ohio, primarily aims to:
- Guarantee equal protection under the law for all citizens.
- Ensure that all defendants have access to legal counsel.
- Protect the right to remain silent during police questioning.
- Prevent the use of illegally obtained evidence in court. (correct)
In the context of civil rights, what does 'affirmative action' generally refer to?
In the context of civil rights, what does 'affirmative action' generally refer to?
- Judicial rulings that overturn discriminatory laws.
- Policies designed to remedy past and present discrimination. (correct)
- Laws that punish individuals for discriminatory behavior.
- Constitutional amendments guaranteeing equal rights to all citizens.
How did Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) significantly expand the rights of accused persons?
How did Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) significantly expand the rights of accused persons?
Which of the following best describes the central argument in McDonald v. City of Chicago (2010)?
Which of the following best describes the central argument in McDonald v. City of Chicago (2010)?
What is the primary legal basis for Title IX?
What is the primary legal basis for Title IX?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely be considered a violation of Title IX?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely be considered a violation of Title IX?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of civil liberties?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of civil liberties?
In what way does the Fourteenth Amendment relate to civil rights?
In what way does the Fourteenth Amendment relate to civil rights?
The concept of 'prior restraint' concerning freedom of the press refers to:
The concept of 'prior restraint' concerning freedom of the press refers to:
Which action would most likely violate someone's civil liberties?
Which action would most likely violate someone's civil liberties?
What is the key difference between civil rights and civil liberties?
What is the key difference between civil rights and civil liberties?
A school policy prohibits students from wearing any clothing with political messages. How might the Supreme Court evaluate the constitutionality of this policy?
A school policy prohibits students from wearing any clothing with political messages. How might the Supreme Court evaluate the constitutionality of this policy?
The Sixth Amendment guarantees which of the following rights to an accused person?
The Sixth Amendment guarantees which of the following rights to an accused person?
A local newspaper publishes an article criticizing the mayor, alleging corruption without sufficient evidence. The mayor sues for libel. What must the mayor prove to win the case?
A local newspaper publishes an article criticizing the mayor, alleging corruption without sufficient evidence. The mayor sues for libel. What must the mayor prove to win the case?
How does the Fourth Amendment protect individual privacy?
How does the Fourth Amendment protect individual privacy?
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Miranda rights?
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Miranda rights?
What is the significance of the 'establishment clause' in the First Amendment?
What is the significance of the 'establishment clause' in the First Amendment?
The Supreme Court's interpretation of the Second Amendment has generally focused on:
The Supreme Court's interpretation of the Second Amendment has generally focused on:
A state law requires all public school students to start the day with a prayer. Which constitutional principle is most likely being violated?
A state law requires all public school students to start the day with a prayer. Which constitutional principle is most likely being violated?
Flashcards
Civil Liberties
Civil Liberties
Basic rights and freedoms guaranteed to individuals as protection from any arbitrary actions or other interference of a government, without due process of law.
Civil Rights
Civil Rights
The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
Title IX
Title IX
A comprehensive federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity.
Exclusionary Rule
Exclusionary Rule
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Freedom of the Press
Freedom of the Press
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Gideon v. Wainwright
Gideon v. Wainwright
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McDonald v. Chicago
McDonald v. Chicago
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Study Notes
- Civil liberties are constitutionally protected freedoms from government interference.
- Civil rights are rights that protect individuals from discrimination.
- Title IX prohibits sex-based discrimination in schools receiving federal funding.
Exclusionary Rule
- The exclusionary rule prevents illegally obtained evidence from being used in a trial.
Freedom of the Press
- Freedom of the press is protected under the First Amendment.
Gideon v. Wainwright
- Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) established that states must provide legal counsel to defendants who cannot afford an attorney.
McDonald v. Chicago
- McDonald v. Chicago (2010) incorporated the Second Amendment, applying the right to bear arms to the states.
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