Question

Which of the following statements about the first amendments religion clause are true?

Answer 1

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Option 1: "The government cannot be run by a religious group." This is true! The government cannot be run by a religious group, specifically due to religious freedom in the US. If this were allowed, American citizens who believe in different religions would begin to lose their freedom because the government would be based around a specific religion. 

Option 2: "The government cannot stop people from practicing their religion." This is true! Freedom of religion is outlined in the First Amendment of the US Constitution. This means that the government cannot interfere with a person's religious beliefs, and all people have the freedom to practice any religion. 

Option 3: "The government cannot make laws that religious organizations have to follow." This is false! Laws are passed for specific reasons and must be followed by all people, regardless of religion. Society must follow laws in order for them to remain effective.

Option 4: "The government cannot create a national religion." This is true! All American citizens have the right to practice any religion they choose. The government cannot create a national religion that all people need to practice. 

Option 5: "The government cannot use the word "God" in any official documents or other works." This is false! The government can use the word "God" in official documents. For example, the Pledge of Allegiance (commonly recited): "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

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