Learn why the First Amendment’s five rights and freedoms are so vital to our democracy. Through case studies, students weigh in on Supreme Court decisions in which these protections were challenged.

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Related assignments:

• Are you A-1 on 1A? (A First Amendment Quiz)*
• Know Your Rights: What Freedoms Does the First Amendment Protect?

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Related educator resources:

• News Goggles: The New York Times editor’s note
• Quiz: So, what’s the First Amendment?

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