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9. Which of the following actions would have been illegal under the Espionage and Sedition

Acts?
a. joining labor groups that worked with management for better wages

b. encouraging others to avoid registering for Selective Service

C. dismissing workers who had German last names

D. writing editorials criticizing antiwar lawmakers

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Answer:

b. encouraging others to avoid registering for Selective Service

Step-by-step explanation:

These laws provided severe penalties for those who expressed disrespect for the US government in almost any form, including its symbols — the flag, military uniform, historical documents, etc.

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