The first amendment protects which rights? Select all that apply.
The right to own a gun
The right to fair trial
The right to practice religion(or not)
The ride to criticize the government
The right of owning property
The first amendment protects the following rights:
1. The right to free speech: This includes the freedom to express oneself, to speak out, and to voice opinions without government censorship or interference.
2. The right to freedom of religion: This includes the freedom to practice any religion or no religion at all, and to be free from government establishment or interference with religious beliefs.
3. The right to freedom of the press: This guarantees the freedom of journalists and media organizations to report news and information without government censorship or control.
4. The right to peaceably assemble: This protects the rights of individuals and groups to gather together for peaceful purposes, such as protests or public meetings.
5. The right to petition the government: This ensures that individuals and groups have the right to address and make requests or demands of the government and to express their grievances.
It is important to note that the first amendment does not explicitly mention the rights to own a gun or to own property. These rights are typically protected under other amendments, such as the second amendment (right to bear arms) and the fifth amendment (right to private property).