Chapter 4 Section 1 Flashcards
Written lies that are harmful to someone’s reputation
Libel
The freedoms we have to think or act without fear of unfair treatment
Civil liberties
A formal request
Petition
Spoken lies that are harmful to someone’s reputation
Slander
When was the bill of rights added to the Constitution
With a push by the antifederalists
1791
Bill of rights
First 10 amendments to the constitution that protect the individual rights and freedoms of the citizens
Rights Guaranteed by the first amendment
Speech Religion Press Potition Assembly
Religion
Allows citizens of the United States to practice whatever religion they choose
Prevents Congress from establishing an official state religion in the United States
Speech
We can express our opinion without fear of punishment
People can be jailed for criticizing the government or voicing unpopular ideas in some countries
Forms of expression protected by the First Amendment
Face-to-face discussions, telephone conversations, lectures, radio broadcasts, TV broadcasts, art, music, clothing, Internet communication
Press
Ensures the American people are exposed to a wide variety of viewpoints
The government cannot censor
Types of price protected by the First Amendment
Then: books, newspapers, magazines
Now: Radio, television, and computer networks
Assembly
Allows us to gather in groups as long as it is peaceful
Can include parades political rallies or Public celebrations
The banning of printed materials due to alarming or offensive ideas
Censorship
Petition
Often refers to a brief written statement signed by hundreds or thousands of people
