Following the Harry Croswell case and Alexander Hamilton’s argument that truth plus “good motives for justifiable ends,” should be a defense, this state legislature passed the first libel act that made truth a complete defense and gave the jury the power to decide both law and fact
a) Connecticut; b) New York; c) Pennsylvania; d) Maryland; e) Delaware
b
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People from _____ cultures are likely to find giving and receiving public criticism quite uncomfortable, while those from _____ cultures often welcome this as a natural part of learning
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
What tactic did Oscar Mayer use to in its “Wake Up and Smell the Bacon” campaign?
a. a device that emits the scent of bacon b. created three new bacon flavors c. its “Bacon For a Year’ contest d. humorous online ads featuring celebrities and bacon
Which statement below best describes the relationship between religion and politics in Egypt?
a. Political groups openly support religious laws. b. Politicians work hard to have a separation of church and state. c. Voters put religion aside when choosing a candidate. d. The Egyptian government is officially Islamic but rarely interferes in religious matters.