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- Why are libel cases against public figures difficult to win?-It is difficult to prove that a publication was intentionally malicious.-It is difficult to prove that a public figure was harmed by the publication.-It is difficult to prove that the statements in a publication were untrue.-It is difficult to prove that the author of a publication was negligent.
- Which of the following is an example of symbolic speech?-making a speech in support of the Confederate battle flag-reciting a prayer in a public school setting-publishing an antiwar manifesto-burning an American flag
- In the past five decades, what trend has occurred with respect to defendants' rights?-They have garnered greater public support.-They have seen reduced protections.-They have seen an erosion of public support.-They have seen increased protections.
- One drawback of the protections contained in the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Amendments is that they __________.-are not supported by most Americans-make it more difficult to convict criminals-are generally ineffective-fail to contain the scope of government
- Which argument would gun control advocates most likely make regarding the Second Amendment?-The Second Amendment applies only to use of guns on public property.-The Second Amendment applies only to the rights of the federal government.-The Second Amendment applies only to states' right to form militias.-The Second Amendment applies only to the individual right to bear arms.
- Which of the following is a consequence of the Supreme Court's decision in Gideon v. Wainwright?-A defendant accused of a capital offense must be provided with an attorney.-A defendant accused of a felony in federal court must be provided with an attorney.-A defendant in a civil trial must be provided with an attorney.-A defendant accused of a felony in state court must be provided with an attorney.
- The Supreme Court's interpretation of the free exercise clause has had what effect?-It has led to substantial government involvement in church-related activities.-It has led to some religions getting greater constitutional protection than others.-It has placed some limits on people's ability to practice their beliefs.-It has ensured that people can practice their beliefs under all circumstances.
- In a court case concerning whether Amish parents can refuse to send their children to public schools, what would be the central constitutional question?-whether the practice is protected under the establishment clause-whether the practice is protected under the free exercise clause-whether the practice is protected under the right to assemble-whether the practice is protected as a form of speech
- The First Amendment protects which of the following?--the right to a fair trial-freedom of the press-the right to bear arms-states' rights
- In the past five decades, what trend has occurred with respect to defendants' rights?-They have seen reduced protections.-They have garnered greater public support.-They have seen increased protections.-They have seen an erosion of public support.
- One purpose of the police guidelines for questioning that were established in Miranda v. Arizona was to protect __________.-the right to counsel-against suspension of the writ of habeas corpus-against unreasonable searches and seizures-the right to a speedy and public trial
- The Supreme Court's decision upholding a Milwaukee, Wisconsin, ordinance forbidding picketing in residential neighborhoods illustrates that __________.-the right to assemble is among the least protected rights in the Constitution-restrictions on the freedom of association can also limit the right to assemble-privacy and safety concerns can outweigh the right to assemble-freedom of association does not apply when a person is on private property
- Police need __________ before they can make a lawful arrest.-an arrest warrant-a search warrant-physical evidence-probable cause
- What precedent did the Supreme Court set with respect to prior restraint in Near v. Minnesota?-It prohibited all forms of prior restraint.-It ruled that prior restraint is permissible only when used to prevent libel.-It ruled that prior restraint is usually a permissible restriction on press freedom.-It ruled that prior restraint is usually prohibited by the First Amendment.
- Suppose you are a leader of an interest group seeking to organize a public march and demonstration in a city. What steps will you most likely need to take to comply with the law?-Apply for a permit identifying the time and place of the event, and post a bond.-Notify the public about the event through advertising in the local newspaper and on social media.-Apply for permission to speak on a certain topic, and post a bond.-Find a suitable location on private property, and notify group members about the time and place of the event.
- Which Supreme Court case upheld the right to associate with people who share a common interest?-Frisby v. Schultz-Collins v. Smith-McCullen v. Coakley-NAACP v. Alabama
- What impact did McDonald v. Chicago have on the application of the Second Amendment?-It invalidated most restrictions on the Second Amendment.-It extended permissible restrictions on the Second Amendment.-It limited the right to bear arms to the federal government.-It extended the right to bear arms to the state and local level.
- What was the Supreme Court's interpretation of the Second Amendment in District of Columbia v. Heller?-Most restrictions on the right to bear arms are unconstitutional.-The Second Amendment applies only to the federal government.-The Second Amendment protects an individual right to possess a firearm.-Most restrictions on the right to bear arms at the state level are constitutional.
- Which action did the U.S. government take to protect the white settlers who moved west in the mid nineteenth century
- In their attitudes about religion, how do Americans differ from citizens of other democracies with developed economies?--They are less tolerant of religious extremists.-They are more tolerant of religious extremists.-They are more tolerant of government support for religion.-They are less tolerant of government support for religion.