What are tapestries and what was their function during the Middle Ages?

Tapestries are woven pieces of art that were usually hung up. Their function during the Middle Ages were be put up on a certain wall, and/or used as furniture & bed covers.

freedom of speech is also protected by the 1 amendment.

explanation:

here is pretty much what the 1st amendment says:

congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.