The Revolutionary Principle of Making Truth a Defense Against Libel

question 12

Multiple Choice

The revolutionary principle of making truth a defense against libel charges came to light in ___ .

• A) The Crown v. Zenger (1735)
• B) Marbury v. Madison (1803)
• C) Baltimore v. Barron (1833)
• D) New York Times Co. v. Sullivan (1964)

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Definitions:

Endospore

A resting cell formed by certain bacteria; highly resistant to heat, radiation, and disinfectants.

Cell Membrane

The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell, controlling the passage of substances in and out of the cell.

Lyses

The breakdown or decomposition of cells by rupture of the cell wall or membrane.

Metabolic Diversity

The variation in metabolic pathways and processes among different organisms, allowing adaptation to a wide range of environmental conditions.