The clause in the Bill of Rights that protects a citizen's right to believe and practice whatever religion he or she chooses is known as the __________ clause.

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The free exercise clause of the Bill of Rights protects a citizen's right to believe and practice whatever religion he or she chooses. This means that the government cannot interfere with an individual's religious beliefs or practices, unless there is a compelling reason to do so (such as public safety). The establishment clause, on the other hand, prohibits the government from establishing an official state religion or showing preference for one religion over another. The conscience clause and elastic clause are not related to religious freedom.

The Clause in the Bill of Rights That Protects a Citizen's