Which of the following statements best explains how the provisions of the First Amendment protect expression?(1 point)

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Expression can be limited if it is offensive to a large number of people.
Expression can be limited if it is offensive to a large number of people.

The First Amendment does little to protect people’s viewpoints, especially those of minority groups seeking social justice.
The First Amendment does little to protect people’s viewpoints, especially those of minority groups seeking social justice.

Most forms of expression are acceptable as long as they do not encourage violence.
Most forms of expression are acceptable as long as they do not encourage violence.

Only expression that is supportive of the government is permitted.

Answer 1

The statement that best explains how the provisions of the First Amendment protect expression is:

Most forms of expression are acceptable as long as they do not encourage violence.

This reflects the First Amendment's emphasis on protecting a wide range of expressions, while also recognizing certain limitations, such as the prohibition of speech that incites violence or poses a direct threat to public safety.