Civics_Ch3_homework-1

=**Civics Chapter 3 Homework #1**= Answer the following on note book paper

__Direction__: Agree or disagree with each statement and explain why.

1. The death penalty is cruel and unusual punishment and should be outlawed. 2. An unborn baby has DNA and a heartbeat, therefore life, and so abortion should be illegal. The only possible reason for an abortion is in extreme circumstances when the mother's life is in danger. 3. American citizens should NOT be allowed to protest the government by burning the flag (free speech issue) since it's a symbol of our nation and freedom. 4. Hate groups, like the KKK, should NOT be allowed to hold meetings (free assembly issue) since they are a hate group. 5. Police should be allowed to listen in on phone calls of suspected criminals or search homes without a warrant if it can stop a crime (issue over no illegal searches or seizures). 6. If someone is found not guilty for a crime, then evidence is later found that says the person was guilty, that person should be put back on trial (no double jeopardy issue). 7. Schools should have optional school prayer in the mornings for those who want to take part. 8. Having the words "one nation under God" in the pledge doesn't violate separation of church and state because no one is forced to say it. 9. If someone posts untrue information about someone else on an Internet page, that should follow the same rules as spoken speech or written press. 10. School lockers can be searched without a warrant. 11. A public trial is a fair trial. 12. Banning certain types of guns that are already out there in America violates the right to bear arms. Critical thinking question: Which of the 5 parts of the 1st amendment do you feel is most important? Why? Explain in a paragraph.

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