24.(Active Citizens LO 5 MC) Why is freedom of expression an important right in American society? (1 point)
People must be able to share ideas without fear of punishment to fully participate in civic life.
The early leaders of the nation said it would prevent problems with other nations.
Defendants on trial have a right to representation from an attorney to help defend them.
Without freedom of expression, people would not be able to vote in elections.
25.
(Active Citizens LO 5 HC)

First Amendment

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

Imagine your neighbor is a candidate for political office. You see an ad on TV that says your neighbor faked his military record to gain the support of voters.

Which of the following is true? (1 point)
Your neighbor can sue the ad maker because the First Amendment does not protect television.
Your neighbor can sue the ad maker because the First Amendment protects military records.
If the accusation is false, the First Amendment protects the maker of the ad.
If the accusation is true, the First Amendment protects the maker of the ad.