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Conflicting Ideals — Unit test

Question 5 • EA Academy Civics 9

Black Lives Matter supporters gather for a peaceful rally in the park. Which First Amendment right are they exercising?

Answer
A
the right to bear arms
B
the right to petition
C
the right to assemble
D
the right to have a free press

Explanation

Gathering peacefully with others for a rally is an exercise of the right to assemble. The First Amendment protects people’s right to come together peacefully, including to express their views in public. The right to petition involves asking the government to address a concern, but the action described here is gathering for a rally.

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