Supreme Court Takes Up Case About Praying High School Football Coach

Supreme Court Takes Up Case About Praying High School Football Coach

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The video discusses the Supreme Court case involving Joseph Kennedy, a former high school football coach who was fired for praying publicly on the field. The case raises questions about religious rights in public schools, especially as the Supreme Court becomes more conservative. The video also explores public opinion on religion in the US, highlighting the diversity of beliefs and the potential impact of the Court's decision on school prayer policies.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the upcoming public debate mentioned in the introduction?

The Supreme Court case on public prayer

The role of media in religious discussions

The personal nature of faith

The history of religion in schools

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Joseph Kennedy, the former high school football coach, fired?

For encouraging students to skip classes

For not following the school's dress code

For praying publicly while on duty

For not attending church regularly

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Supreme Court's current composition in relation to the case?

It is less diverse than before

It has no impact on religious cases

It is more conservative than in previous decades

It is more liberal than in previous decades

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the U.S. population identifies as non-religious?

50%

71%

23%

6%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern do civil liberty groups have regarding prayer in schools?

It might not align with all students' beliefs

It may lead to longer school hours

It could disrupt sports activities

It could increase school funding