Which Statement About "Fighting Words" Is Most Accurate

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which statement about "fighting words" is most accurate?

• A)"Fighting words" have been considered protected speech throughout American history,and the Supreme Court has always reversed convictions based on arguments that the speaker used "fighting words."
• B)Since the 1950s,the Supreme Court has been inconsistent in its rulings on "fighting words" cases and chosen to overturn convictions only when they involve "hate speech."
• C)Since the 1950s,the Supreme Court has reversed almost every conviction based on arguments that the speaker used "fighting words."
• D)Since the 1950s,the Supreme Court has never reversed a conviction based on arguments that the speaker used "fighting words."

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