In 1919, the Supreme Court Issued Its Ruling in the Case

question 72

Multiple Choice

In 1919, the Supreme Court issued its ruling in the case of Schenck v. United States. Charles Schenck, a leader of the American Socialist Party, was jailed for distributing antidraft leaflets during time of massive military buildup in the early months of American involvement in World War I. The Supreme Court rejected Schenck's request for release and in doing so established what precedent as a test of free speech?

• A) During war, a citizen is forbidden to criticize the government's actions.
• B) Speech may be restricted when a "clear and present danger" exists that the words will have a broad negative effect on the citizenry.
• C) During times of war, the president's administration approves all exceptions to free speech.
• D) The issue of restricting free speech is a state issue and is therefore out of the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
• E) When state court rulings and the Supreme Court rulings are in conflict, the state ruling will become law as states are closer to the people.

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Definitions:

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm or intimidate others, which can be physical or verbal, and motivated by various factors.

Violent Video Games

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Physical Aggression

The use of physical force or violence to harm or intimidate another person.

Verbal Aggression

The use of words to cause harm to another person, including insults, threats, or overly critical comments.