AP Style Rules
Should numerals be used for numbers over ten or written out?
Numerals are used for numbers over ten.
In Tinker v. Des Moines, what was the symbolic speech students wore to protest the Vietnam War?
Black armbands
What are the five freedoms protected by the First Amendment?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
Who won in Tinker v. Des Moines?
The students (Tinker).
What was the main constitutional issue in Tinker v. Des Moines?
The right to free speech in a school setting.
What is the difference between among and between in AP Style?
Between introduces two items, among introduces more than two items.
In Bethel School District No. 403 v. Fraser, what type of speech did the student use that led to his suspension?
Vulgar and lewd speech during a school assembly
Can students be punished for wearing clothing with a political message?
Generally, no, unless it disrupts the educational environment.
Who was victorious in Bethel School District No. 403 v. Fraser?
The school district.
In Bethel School District No. 403 v. Fraser, what was the key issue regarding student speech?
Whether schools can limit vulgar and lewd speech.
Days of the week should always be
Capitalized
What was the primary issue in Morse v. Frederick regarding the banner displayed by students?
The banner was promoting illegal drug use.
What does the "Establishment Clause" in the First Amendment prohibit?
It prohibits the government from establishing an official religion.
In Morse v. Frederick, who won the case?
The school district (Morse).
What was the central issue in Morse v. Frederick?
The extent to which schools can restrict student speech that promotes illegal activities.
12 p.m. should be written as
noon
In Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier, what was the reason the principal censored the student newspaper?
The articles were deemed inappropriate and not reflective of the school's values.
How does the First Amendment protect the right to assemble?
It allows people to gather peacefully for protests or demonstrations.
What was the outcome of Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier?
The school district won the case.
In Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier, what key issue was raised regarding student journalism?
The authority of schools to control school-sponsored publications.
Which months do you not abbreviate?
March, April, May, June, July
In Dean v. Utica Community Schools, what was the main argument made by the student about the school’s censorship?
The student argued that the school violated her First Amendment rights by censoring her article about a controversial bus accident.
What is an example of First Amendment rights violation in current news?
Examples can vary
Who won in Dean v. Utica Community Schools?
The student (Dean).
What was the main issue in Dean v. Utica Community Schools?
The right of students to express controversial opinions in school-sponsored media.