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The Active Citizen in Today's Nation — Test

Question 12 • US History Studies Since 1877

What does the constitutional guarantee of freedom of the press mean for news people?

Answer
A
They must always challenge the government’s positions on major issues.
B
They can write about unsupported rumors as if they were factual.
C
They can report the news without getting the government’s permission.
D
They must report the news without favoritism toward any point of view.

Explanation

Freedom of the press protects news organizations from government control over what they publish. This means journalists can report the news without first getting the government’s permission. It does not require them to challenge the government, publish unsupported rumors as facts, or avoid all points of view.

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