Criticisms of the Government, Particularly If Not True, Are Known

question 23

Multiple Choice

Criticisms of the government, particularly if not true, are known as ____ speech and have often been the grounds for prosecution.

• A) treasonous
• B) blasphemous
• C) seditious
• D) dangerous

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Definitions:

Reducing Techniques

Strategies or methods used to decrease anxiety, stress, or other negative emotional states.

Bem's Self-Perception Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that people often infer their own attitudes and feelings from observing their behavior and the context in which it occurs, rather than initially recognizing inner attributes as the cause.

State of Tension

A psychological and physical state resulting from the awareness of a discrepancy between the current state and a desired goal, leading to motivation to resolve the discrepancy.

Cognitive Consistency Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to maintain consistency among their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, leading to a change in one or more of those areas when inconsistency occurs.