US Government and Politics

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What is the primary focus of Executive Orders issued by the President?

  • State governments
  • Federal agencies (correct)
  • Judicial review
  • Federal laws

What is the main distinction between government regulation of speech in public schools versus colleges and universities?

  • Geographical location
  • Level of government
  • Type of education
  • Age of students (correct)

What is the origin of American libel law?

  • United States
  • Germany
  • England (correct)
  • France

What is the purpose of judges sequestrating the jury?

<p>To protect the jury from external influences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Sedition Act of 1798 in relation to free speech?

<p>It restricted free speech (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome when the Supreme Court declares a law constitutional through judicial review?

<p>The court's decision is final and binding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must public officials prove when suing for intentional emotional distress?

<p>That the statement is false and prove actual malice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are online platforms not required to extend First Amendment protections for hate speech to their users?

<p>Because they are a private company that makes users sign a terms of service (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes outrageous conduct by a media professional?

<p>A lie that is not for some greater public purpose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances might a content creator be liable for appropriation?

<p>If they get someone who sounds like a famous person to perform without permission (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What forms of expression are largely protected against libel claims?

<p>Satire, parody, and rhetorical hyperbole (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is prior restraint?

<p>Prohibiting distribution of information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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