Free Speech Vocab Flashcard

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What is the consequence of yelling 'fire' in a crowded theater as a joke?

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It meets the clear and present danger test.

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What does 'reverse the decision' mean in legal terms?

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Change the ruling of a lower court.

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What is the highest federal court in the United States government?

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Supreme Court.

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What is 'political speech'?

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Related to matters of political, social, or other public concern.

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The First Amendment guarantees the ____________ of free expression.

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civil liberty.

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What is the First Amendment?

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The amendment that protects freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.

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What does 'freedom of speech' entail?

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The right to express any opinions without censorship or restraint.

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What is 'hate speech'?

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Speech that incites violence or prejudicial action against a particular group.

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What is the 'clear and present danger' test?

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A legal standard to determine when speech can be limited.

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What is 'censorship'?

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The suppression of speech, public communication, or other information.