1. Strict vs. Loose Interpretation
First Amendment
“Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion.” (i.e. They cannot make an official religion)
The Supreme Court ruled that a monument to the Ten Commandments could not be displayed at a public courthouse because of this Amendment.
Is the Supreme Court interpreting the First Amendment strictly or loosely?

2. Strict vs. Loose Interpretation
Sixth Amendment:
“The accused shall enjoy the right … to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense.” (He has the right to have a lawyer).
The Supreme Court ruled that the government must provide a an attorney if the defendant cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainright, 1963).
Is the Court interpreting the Sixth Amendment strictly or loosely?

3. Strict vs. Loose Interpretation
CW 6.2: Writing Assignment (3+ Paragraphs)
Choose a rule that you have recently argued over (school rule, parents rule, law, anything).
Explain what the rule states (including the “plain language,” if it is a written rule).
Explain how the rule could be interpreted loosely.
Explain how the rule could be interpreted strictly.
Explain how you interpreted the rule.