Why did earlier historians consider the medieval period the "dark ages"? a. the time had no electricity and so it was an age that was quite dark. b. the era seemed less important than the renaissance and the roman empire. c. castles were very dark and did not let in much light. d. the power of the church stamped out the many bright pagan rituals.

Are first amendment rights guaranteed in every situation? a. yes, because protecting civil liberties was one of the most important values to the founders of this country b. no, because sometimes the government limits individual freedoms for the benefit of the public as a whole. c. no, because people have to earn their first amendment rights by behaving in a responsible way. d. yes, because the first amendment is part of the constitution, which is the basis for all law and government.