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What is the difference between the establishment clause and the free-exercise clause?

O The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion while the free exercise clause allows people to
express their religion.
O The establishment clause allows the government to favor a religion and the free exercise clause allows people to express
their religion.
O The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion and the free exercise clause stops people from
expressing their religious beliefs.
O The establishment clause allows the government to favor a religion and the free exercise clause stops people from being able
to express their beliefs.​

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The free exercise clause protects the religious beliefs, and to a certain extent, the religious practices of all citizens. The more controversial establishment clause prohibits the government from endorsing, supporting, or becoming too involved in religion and religious activities.

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