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QuizMultiple Choice

Your Rights: Freedom of Religion

Question 16 • *FL-2100310-United States History Semester 1

What is the purpose of the establishment clause?

Answer
A
to give citizens the right to form religious groups
B
to stop government from supporting one religion
C
to give government power to choose a state religion
D
to stop citizens from practicing religion in public

Explanation

The Establishment Clause in the First Amendment prevents the government from establishing or officially supporting a religion. Therefore, the correct choice is “to stop government from supporting one religion.” It does not prevent people from practicing religion in public; that protection is associated with the Free Exercise Clause.

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