The First Amendment Also Guarantees Freedom of the Press

question 27

Multiple Choice

The First Amendment also guarantees freedom of the press. The press is considered speech but it does have some limitations. One such exception of speech or press that is restricted is in the case of libel, which is defined as _______.

• A) the crime of printing or disseminating false statements that harm someone
• B) the unethical action of making light of someone in the presence of others
• C) the crime of lying in a public document
• D) any behavior that offends or creates an uncomfortable relationship
• E) the crime of inundating readers with false information

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