Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Treason is a written or verbal communication intended to create disaffection, hatred, or contempt toward the U.S. government.
2. English royalty prosecuted and convicted critics of the monarchy for treason.
3. Treason is not defined in the U.S. Constitution.
4. In order for a conviction of treason, a witness must testify that the defendant committed the overt act of treason.
1. False
2. True
3. False
4. False
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)