What is the key element that makes a statement defamatory?
Defamation and the 1st Amendment

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It must be a true statement.
It must be a public statement.
It must be a private statement.
It must be a false statement.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a form of written defamation?
Gossip
Libel
Slander
Rumor
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can an individual do if they are defamed?
Spread rumors about the defamer.
Ignore the defamation.
Bring a civil or legal action against the defamer.
Make a public apology.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the law view the protection of a business's reputation?
It is not protected under any circumstances.
It is protected only if the business is large.
It is protected as a form of commercial speech.
It is protected only if the business is new.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the societal benefit of allowing businesses to protect their reputation?
It encourages businesses to engage in defamation.
It helps maintain public trust in business practices.
It discourages competition among businesses.
It allows businesses to avoid paying taxes.
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