STLA8412 Quiz - Freedom of Expression 19/04

What is the Constitution of South Africa often compared to?

• A history book

• A rulebook

• A newspaper

• A contract between citizens

What does 'freedom of expression' mean?

• Saying whatever you want without consequences

• Only saying what the government approves

• Being allowed to express your thoughts, opinions and beliefs

• Keeping your ideas to yourself

What’s Street Law really about?

• Learning how to argue with traffic cops

• Judging people from the street

• Making legal lingo less boring and more “ah-ha!”

• Teaching you how to sue your ex

One of these isn’t a law limiting free speech – can you spot the odd one out?

• PEPUDA

• Cybercrimes Act

• Crimen Injuria

• The Law of Load Shedding

Why did the court tell the guy in the Booysen case, “Sorry bro, no interdict for you”?

• His reputation didn’t actually take a hit

• He wasn’t trending enough

• The post was in the public interest

• He forgot to say “please”

What landed Vicki Momberg in serious trouble?

• A bad parking job

• Ranting with racist slurs caught on video

• Sharing spoilers without warning

• Singing off-key in public

Why do we hype up journalists (and not just gossip bloggers)?

• They spill the truth tea, not just celeb drama

• They create memes for justice

• They’re required to watch all court shows

• They review street food

What could happen if you use your online voice recklessly?

• A virtual pat on the back

• Insta-fame (but for the wrong reasons)

• Fines, lawsuits, jail time

• A free Wi-Fi pass

Why did Fox News get legally roasted?

• They accidentally filmed a soapie

• They spread fake news about voting tech

• They trashed a female politician on air

• They started a “lawyer fashion” segment

What’s the golden rule when expressing yourself online or in journalism?

• Keep it legal, keep it kind, keep it 💯

• Hit “post” and pray

• Add a fire emoji to every post

• Be spicy, not sloppy