Yelling "Fire!" in a Crowded Theater Is a Classic Example

question 73

Short Answer

Yelling "Fire!" in a crowded theater is a classic example of speech that creates a __________.

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Definitions:

AFL

American Federation of Labor, a historic national federation of labor unions in the United States, which merged with the Congress of Industrial Organizations in 1955.

Threat

A declaration or suggestion of intent to cause damage, pain, or harm as a means of achieving a particular outcome or coercing actions from another party.

Union Membership

Affiliation with a labor union that represents workers in negotiations with employers over pay, benefits, and working conditions.

Public Sector

The portion of the economy composed of government services and state-owned enterprises, in contrast to the private sector.