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Seeing the Big Picture

The First Amendment of the Bill of Rights extends some of the most important rights to American citizens. These rights are at the core of American democracy.

In this activity you will have the opportunity to explore these rights. Examine each document carefully. Then match each document with the First Amendment right that it best illustrates.

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To the extent possible under law, National Archives Foundation has waived all copyright and related or neighboring rights to “The First Amendment of the Bill of Rights”