A false written statement is considered to be __________, while utterances that have the power to provoke individuals to acts of violence are considered __________
a. defamation; slander
b. slander; libel
c. libel; defamation
d. libel; fighting words
Answer: d
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Gridlock in the national political system is most likely caused by __________.
A. Democratic dominance in Congress B. divided government C. Republican dominance in Congress D. dealignment
Expressions of public opinion are protected in which of the following ways?
A) First Amendment right to free speech B) Second Amendment right to bear arms C) Fourth Amendment protection from unreasonable searches and seizures D) Fifth Amendment right to not be a witness against yourself E) Sixth Amendment right to counsel
Jefferson’s rival and Washington’s treasury secretary was ______.
a. Benjamin Franklin b. Alexander Hamilton c. Thomas Paine d. John Adams
Federal regulation has significantly reduced the pollution in the nation's air and water
Indicate whether the statement is true or false