Freedom of Press and Religion Quick Check

Which of these best analyzes the intent of the First Amendment in relation to religion? (1 point)
Citizens have the right to free exercise of religion and must send their children to school until the age of 18.
Citizens have both the right to free exercise of religion and that of not having to follow an established religion.
Citizens have the free exercise of religion, and the government is allowed to mount public displays of religious content.
Citizens have the right to free exercise of religion, and schools are allowed to have prayer.

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The option that best analyzes the intent of the First Amendment in relation to religion is:

Citizens have both the right to free exercise of religion and that of not having to follow an established religion.

This option encompasses both the "free exercise" clause, which protects individuals' rights to practice their religion, and the "establishment" clause, which prohibits the government from establishing an official religion or unduly favoring one religion over another.

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