American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

Which amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech?

1. First Amendment.

2. Second Amendment.

3. Fourth Amendment.

4. Eighth Amendment.

The correct answer is: First Amendment.

The First Amendment guarantees the right to freedom of speech as well as other important rights such as freedom of religion, press, and assembly. The Second Amendment pertains to the right to bear arms and does not relate to freedom of speech. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable search and seizure and does not pertain to freedom of speech. The Eighth Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment and does not pertain to freedom of speech. Therefore, the First Amendment is the only amendment that explicitly guarantees the right to freedom of speech.