US Constitution: Bill of Rights and First Amendment
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What is the main purpose of the Student Free Expression Act?

  • To protect student expression in public forums (correct)
  • To restrict journalism activities in educational institutions
  • To censor student publications in high schools
  • To limit student expression in public forums

    • What does it mean when information is considered 'private' under Invasion of Privacy?

  • The information is only known to the person or close family/friends (correct)
  • The information is widely circulated on social media
  • The information is known to the public
  • The information is shared with a few acquaintances

    • Which of the following is a good practice for journalists to avoid libel?

  • Verifying information with multiple credible sources (correct)
  • Publishing rumors without verification
  • Using sensational headlines for attention
  • Quoting opinions as facts

    • What differentiates libel from information that is considered newsworthy but true?

    <p>The truthfulness of the statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When interviewing someone for a story, what is the correct protocol regarding recording interviews?

    <p>Must ask for permission to record the interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines 'false light' as a journalistic concern?

    <p>An untrue or misleading portrayal of somebody else</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the First Amendment to the US Constitution?

    <p>To guarantee freedom of speech and press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered an exception to free speech under the First Amendment?

    <p>Citizens criticizing the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of free speech, what does 'incitement' refer to?

    <p>Expression intended to provoke imminent unlawful action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do 'fighting words' represent in the context of free speech?

    <p>Insults directed at a particular person likely to provoke violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which court case dealt with student speech rights in public schools?

    <p>Morse vs. Fredrick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do schools typically justify punishing hate speech?

    <p>By arguing it creates an atmosphere of fear and intimidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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