Multiple choice questions:

1. Applying the relevant rule of law to the facts of a case normally requires finding previously decided cases that, in relation to the case under consideration, are

a. As different as possible.

b. As similar as possible.

c. Identical.

d. At odds.

2. If the constitution of a state conflicts with the U.S. constitution,

a. The state constitution takes precedence.

b. The U.S. Constitution takes precedence.

c. The constitutions are considered together to reach a compromise.

d. The conflict renders both constitutions void.

3. All of the rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights apply to

a. The federal government only.

b. The states only.

c. The federal government and the states.

d. Neither the federal government nor the states.

4. A state university code that bans “hate speech” between members of different groups on college campuses would likely be held by a court to be

a. Constitutional under the First Amendment.

b. Justified by the need to protect individual rights.

c. Necessary to protect state interests.

d. An unconstitutional restriction of speech.

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