First Amendment and the Press

What does the First Amendment prevent the government from doing?

• Censoring the press

• Controlling free speech

• Restricting religious freedom

• Limiting the right to assemble

What is the term used for censorship of the press before a story is published?

• Post-publication restraint

• Media control

• Prior restraint

• Press suppression

Which Supreme Court case ruled that prior restraint is not allowed?

• Near v. Minnesota

• New York Times v. Sullivan

• New York Times v. US

• Pentagon Papers v. The Press

What is the main reason for protecting the freedom of the press?

• To prevent libel lawsuits

• To ensure accurate reporting

• To expose government wrongdoing

• To promote celebrity gossip

What is the standard for winning a libel case against a public figure?

• Proving intentional harm

• Demonstrating negligence

• Showing reckless disregard for the truth

• Providing evidence of financial loss

In which case did the Supreme Court rule that the publication of classified documents is protected by the First Amendment?

• Near v. Minnesota

• New York Times v. Sullivan

• New York Times v. US

• Pentagon Papers v. The Press

What is the purpose of the First Amendment protection of a free press?

• To entertain the public

• To promote government propaganda

• To hold elected officials accountable

• To restrict the flow of information

What can be considered a potential consequence of libel suits?

• Increased government control

• Censorship of the press

• Protection of public figures

• Enhanced freedom of speech

What is an exception to the First Amendment protection of the press?

• National security concerns

• Celebrity privacy rights

• Political bias

• Corporate influence

Why is a free press important for American democracy?

• To promote government secrecy

• To limit citizen participation

• To prevent government accountability

• To provide information for informed decision-making