Question

4. What did the Sedition Act make it illegal to do?

A. form a political party

B. criticize the government

C. emigrate to the United States
D. start a newspaper

Answer 1

The Sedition Act of 1798 made it illegal to criticize the government and publish false, scandalous writing against the United States government, Congress, or the President.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Sedition Act of 1798 made it illegal to write, speak, or publish 'any false, scandalous and malicious writing or writings against the government of the United States, or either house of the Congress of the United States, or the President.' It also prohibited impeding the operation of any law of the United States or intimidating government officials from carrying out their duties. Violators of this act could face prison terms of up to five years or fines of up to $5,000.

Answer 2

Answer:B

Explanation: It wouldnt be to normally criticize the government, but simply to make any false claims against the government in any type of published writing or newspaper. The President and Government officials were also protected by this act, any false accusations published through writing were deemed illegal. This was the first test of freedom of speech as well, anyone who was to violate this law would be faced with any of the following;fine,deportation,and imprisonment.