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4.3.1 Journal: Liberties and Rights

U.S. Government and Politics (2018)

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Name: Joshua Lee

Points Possible:10 Date:

In this assignment, you will answer some questions to examine the difference between civil liberties and civil rights and to reflect on the importance of these rights.

To get the best grade possible, follow the instructions in the assignment closely and answer all questions completely. This assignment is worth 10 points.

Read the information about civil liberties and civil rights. When you are done, answer the following questions.

1. Complete the table to compare civil liberties and civil rights. (2 points)

Rights

What government can't do

What government should do

Civil liberties

the federal government can't limit citizens' basic rights without a good reason

freedom of religion, freedom of speech, the right to bear arms, and the right to a jury trial.

Civil rights Can’t treat others unequally

Equal opportunity and an equal place in society

2. Are these citizen actions examples of someone exercising civil liberties or civil rights? Explain how you can tell. (5 points)

Citizen action

Civil liberty or civil right?

Explanation

Protesting a law by picketing

Civil right

They have the right to protest

Peacefully practicing religion

Civil Liberty

Attending a public school that has students of different races

Civil right

Everyone is treated equa;;y and has equal opportunity in education

Using a public facility such as a bus station, theater, or library regardless of one's race

Civil right

Everyone is treated equally

Getting a fair chance at a job that isn't traditionally filled by one's gender

Civil Right

Equal opportunity for everyone

Freedom of religion

3. Explain how the government's roles in protecting civil liberties and civil rights are both similar and different. Why are both categories of rights important? (3 points)

Civil liberties protect us from the government’s power. They are established in the Bill of Rights, which limits the powers of the federal government. The government can’t take away the freedoms protected in the Bill of Rights. Any action that violated these liberties is illegal....