The first amendment protects which rights select all that apply

Answer 1

The First Amendment of the United States Constitution protects several fundamental rights, including:

1. Freedom of Speech: The right to express opinions and ideas without government interference.
2. Freedom of Religion: The right to practice any religion or none at all, and prohibits the government from establishing a religion.
3. Freedom of the Press: The right of journalists and media outlets to publish news and opinions without government censorship.
4. Right to Assemble: The right to gather peacefully for demonstrations, protests, and other forms of collective expression.
5. Right to Petition: The right to make complaints to or seek assistance from one's government without fear of punishment or reprisals.

These rights are foundational to the democratic principles of the United States.