1st Amendment and Bill of Rights

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What is the importance of freedom of speech and freedom of press?

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They allowed the Founding Fathers to speak their minds and publish articles to defend their beliefs.

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Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

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It was needed to provide rights to the individual person.

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Freedom of Press

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The right of using newspapers or other types of media to publish or share information and express ideas.

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Freedom of Religion

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The freedom that allows people to practice any religion they choose.

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Freedom of Petition

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The right to voice your ideas to the government in an effort to bring about change.

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Freedom of Assembly

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The right for people to gather peacefully to use their voice and let their ideas be heard.

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Freedom of Speech

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The freedom which allows citizens to speak their minds without fear of being punished.

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Which of the following is NOT a right protected by the Bill of Rights? The right to bear arms., The right to a fair trial., The right to have a warrant for your home to be searched., The right to vote.

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The right to vote.