Question

multiple choice
circle the best answer, and write the letter in the blank.

1. the first amendment gives the right to freedom of

a. speech
b. the press
c. religion
d. all of the above

1. freedom of allows people to gather together in groups.

a. petition
b. assembly
c. religion
d. press

1. streets and sidewalks are property.

a. public
b. private
c. parochial
d. all of the above
short answer
answer the following questions in complete sentences.

1. when can police stop a protest or demonstration?
2. what is the name of the test that determines whether certain laws go against the establishment clause?

Explanation:

1. The First Amendment of the US Constitution protects freedom of speech, the press, religion, the right to petition the government, and the right to peacefully assemble. So all options A - C are correct.
2. The freedom of assembly allows people to gather together in groups. It is one of the fundamental rights protected in democratic societies.
3. Streets and sidewalks are typically public property, accessible to all members of the public for common - use purposes.
4. Police can stop a protest or demonstration when it becomes violent, poses a threat to public safety, or violates specific laws such as traffic laws or laws regarding public order.
5. The Lemon Test is used to determine whether certain laws go against the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. It has three prongs: the law must have a secular legislative purpose, its principal or primary effect must be one that neither advances nor inhibits religion, and it must not foster an excessive entanglement with religion.

Answer:

1. D. all of the above
2. B. assembly
3. A. public
4. Police can stop a protest or demonstration when it becomes violent, poses a threat to public safety, or violates specific laws.
5. The Lemon Test