Freedom of the Press and Student Journalism Quiz

What does the First Amendment protect in relation to student journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE3)

• Censorship and restriction

• Freedom of speech and press

• Limitation of expression

• Government control of media

What landmark Supreme Court case established the First Amendment protections for student journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE2)

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Marbury v. Madison

• Roe v. Wade

• Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District

What are the limitations of the First Amendment protections for student journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE3)

• No restrictions on the content of school-sponsored publications

• Complete immunity from any form of censorship

• Restrictions on school-sponsored publications and the authority of school administrators to censor or regulate content

• Unlimited freedom to publish any content without consequences

How do the First Amendment protections for student journalists differ from those for professional journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE3)

• Student journalists have more rights than professional journalists

• Student journalists have the same rights as professional journalists

• Student journalists have limited rights compared to professional journalists

• Student journalists have no rights compared to professional journalists

What are some examples of student journalism that have been protected by the First Amendment?

(ELAGSEJ.LE3)

• Government-sponsored propaganda

• Celebrity gossip magazines

• Corporate advertising campaigns

• School newspapers, online publications, and independent student-run media outlets

What are the potential consequences of violating the First Amendment protections for student journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE3)

• More opportunities for student journalists

• Increased funding for journalism programs

• Better relationships with school administration

• Censorship, legal consequences, and infringement of freedom of speech

How do schools balance the First Amendment rights of student journalists with the need for order and discipline?

(ELAGSEJ.LE2)

• Implementing strict dress codes

• Censoring all student journalism

• Ignoring the First Amendment rights of student journalists

• Implementing policies and guidelines

What role do student publications play in promoting the First Amendment protections for student journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE2)

• Limiting freedom of speech and expression

• Restricting access to information

• Providing a platform for free expression and holding school administrations accountable

• Promoting censorship and control

What steps can student journalists take to advocate for their First Amendment protections?

(ELAGSEJ.LE3)

• Ignore their rights and hope for the best

• Take matters into their own hands and confront violators without seeking legal assistance

• Join or form student press associations, educate themselves and others about their rights, and seek legal assistance if their rights are violated

• Avoid joining any associations and stay uninformed about their rights

What is the role of school administrations in upholding the First Amendment protections for student journalists?

(ELAGSEJ.LE2)

• They are responsible for censoring student journalism

• They are responsible for promoting and protecting the freedom of speech and press of student journalists

• They are responsible for limiting the rights of student journalists

• They have no role in upholding the First Amendment protections for student journalists