What Is the Purpose of the Establishment Clause of the First

question 45

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the establishment clause of the First Amendment?

• A) It requires Congress to establish a national religion to be used as a foundation for other religious efforts.
• B) It prohibits the display of any religious symbols, gestures, or thoughts at any level of government.
• C) It prohibits the government from enacting any law "respecting the establishment of religion."
• D) It establishes Christianity as the national religion, in keeping with the beliefs of the founding fathers.
• E) It ensures that any and all religious beliefs have equal and full support of the federal government.

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