Question 7 • EA Academy Civics 9
The Supreme Court ruled in Minersville School District v. Gobitis that public schools could require students to salute the flag, even when the requirement conflicted with their religious beliefs. The Court reasoned that a shared pledge promoted national unity and patriotism, which it viewed as serving the common good. Therefore, A is correct: the court decided that the pledge was important because it fostered patriotism.
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