Engel v. Vitale and School Prayer

Very Easy Unit 3: Civil Liberties & Rights Landmark Supreme Court Cases

One of the most significant Supreme Court cases regarding the First Amendment is Engel v. Vitale (1962). This landmark case addressed the issue of school-sponsored prayer in public schools and its implications for the Establishment Clause. Which of the following statements best represents the ruling made by the Supreme Court in Engel v. Vitale?

The Court ruled that school-sponsored prayer is a violation of the Establishment Clause.

The Court upheld the constitutionality of school-sponsored prayer.

The Court determined that prayer cannot be practiced in any public institution.

The Court ruled that students could lead prayer as long as it is voluntary.

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