A Citizen's Responsibilities — Unit test

Question 15 • *FL-2100310-United States History Semester 1

What is the difference between the establishment clause and the free-exercise clause?

Answer

The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion while the free exercise clause allows people to express their religion.

The establishment clause allows the government to favor a religion and the free exercise clause allows people to express their religion.

The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion and the free exercise clause stops people from expressing their religious beliefs.

The establishment clause allows the government to favor a religion and the free exercise clause stops people from being able to express their beliefs.

Explanation

The establishment clause prevents the government from establishing or favoring a religion. The free-exercise clause protects people’s ability to practice and express their religious beliefs. Therefore, the correct choice is D: the establishment clause stops government favoritism, while the free-exercise clause allows people to express their religion.

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