“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.” Which of the following statements best supports the argument that an active citizenry is important for American democracy? The First Amendment

A. does not guarantee unlimited rights
B. allows citizens to express opinions that are critical of the government
C. was written by those who had experience living under a king
D. prevents the United States Congress from passing certain kinds of laws