Which of these rights does the first amendment guarantee? a. the right to bar soldiers from occupying one's home b. the right to purchase a gun for protection or hunting c. the right to write an article that criticizes the government d. the right to remain silent while being arrested for a crime

it is freedom of speech

that would be the first amendment the 2nd one Is right to bear arms

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