According to the Supreme Court, what is the status of prayer in the public schools?

A. Student-led prayers at public school football games are constitutional.
B. Prayer is now allowed, but each school must allow students to leave the classroom when prayers are read aloud.
C. Formal prayer is not allowed, but moments of silence are constitutional.
D. Teacher-led bible readings in public schools are constitutional.
E. State-supported prayers are not allowed in public schools.


Answer: E

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